The Kingston Coalition for Active Transportation (KCAT) has just published their first newsletter. It is filled with all the ways that active transportation is being encouraging in Kingston and ways for you to get involved in the movement. Active Transportation refers to any form of human powered travel: walking,
You may already know that regular physical activity can help you remain strong and healthy – but did you also know that the strength and balance skills you gain will also help you prevent falls as you age? Now that the winter months are here, sidewalks and
Even though it’s cold outside, you can still find ways to get active. Here are some of Kingston Gets Active’s tips for having an active winter season! Take the stairs! One of the easiest ways to stay active year round is to forget the elevator and take
Little Cataraqui Conservation Area is a real gem for Kingston and area residents looking for ways to get active. In addition to skating, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, winter hiking, and feeding the birds, there are some fun events coming up as well: Starlight Snowshoe Hike on February 11
Staying active in the winter has never been so easy! Love the outdoors? Skating, skiing, snowman-building, fort-making, walking or hiking are great ways to enjoy the winter weather and involve the entire family. Is shoveling the extent of your outdoor fix? Don’t forget about the many indoor
If are you interested in seeing more people riding bicycles, and riding them safely, consider joining Cycle Kingston’s Board of Directors. Cycle Kingston, a not-for-profit registered charity, is looking to expand its volunteer Board of Directors to help meet the growing demands of their organization. Each year
Our Winter 2017 Kingston Gets Active Newsletter is here! Read about staying active and on your feet this winter; a Physical Literacy Workshop in Kingston last Dec, 2016; and some upcoming winter community events. Community events include: Winter Carnival February 4, 2017 from 12-3 pm Location: Molly Brant Public
Here’s your chance to become a certified Lacrosse Coach! This opportunity is hosted by Right To Play Kingston. The FREE clinic will certify up to 30 individuals to become Canadian Lacrosse Coaches by the National Coaching Certification Program. It is happening this Sunday January 15th, 2017 from 8:30am – 5:30pm in Room 506 in
What is physical literacy? In December, 50 leaders from Kingston’s education, health, organized sport, and recreation sectors came together to participate in a workshop that focused on just that. It would sound all too familiar if I said that when learning to read, you start with your
Kingston Gets Active is a proud 2016 recipient of an RBC Learn to Play grant! The RBC Learn to Play Project provides grants to local organizations and community groups that are building the physical literacy of Canada’s kids and youth. RBC Learn to Play Project grants are funded
Use your student card for FREE access to recreation facilities across Kingston and area!
Do you want to inspire others to be active? Do you have a desire to contribute to your community?
Did you know that physical literacy is as important as reading, writing and arithmetic?
