Celebrate five years of Jane’s Walk in Kingston by joining one of the 14 neighbourhood walks over the weekend of May 3-5. The walks, given by volunteers are free and go ahead rain or shine usually lasting 60-90 minutes. The schedule of the walks including locations and
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Parents in Sport Week is an opportunity to celebrate the tremendously valuable role that parents play in sport. From driving kids to practices and games, preparing team snacks, organizing events, and providing a listening and supportive ear, parents play an essential role in supporting children in sport.
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Get active during September 2018 Kingston Gets Active Month! 17 sport and recreation providers are offering over 100 FREE opportunities. There is something for every age. Try something new or just get out and get moving: soccer for kids, trampoline, archery, cheerleading, cycle fit, badminton, swimming, boxing,
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Play-Streets are temporary street openings that provide a safer space for kids and adults to be physically active while building community. Play-Streets is a world-wide movement, finding success in Bristol, UK;Toronto; Seattle; and Los Angeles. Kingston Gets Active hosted two pilot Play-Streets during April’s Kingston Gets Active Month. Residents
Read more →Have you ever thought about opening your neighbourhood street so kids can play? You can find out by dropping by Charles St on Sunday April 29 from 3-5pm. What is a Play-Street? Play-Streets are temporary street openings that provide a safer space for kids and adults to
Read more →Have you heard about Kingston Gets Active Month? During the month of April, local sports and recreation organizations host FREE activities across Kingston! What have you been thinking about trying lately? Perhaps you’ve always wanted to try your hand at swimming, martial arts or a group fitness class.
Read more →Have you ever thought about opening your neighbourhood street so kids can play? Well, here’s your opportunity! Kingston Gets Active is offering a chance to apply for a mini-grant that allows successful applicants to open their street for play on a day of their choice during Kingston
Read more →‘ Have you or anyone you know ever wondered what it would be like to skate in a large arena? This is your chance as Kingston Gets Active is partnering with the City of Kingston in hosting the Canada 150 Free Skating Event which will take place
Read more →Parents and caregivers can try our 3 activity videos with their kids at home or outdoors! Under our Resources tab on the website, you will find ActivKids (formally known as Play Library). You will find many activity ideas, including 3 videos to get kids having fun while
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On Monday, September 18, 2017, local teachers and students learned how easy it is to incorporate physical literacy into the classroom to get students more active. Ted Temertzoglou and Shelley Mulrooney lead 50 teachers and 20 students in 2 half-day workshops. Have a look at this Global
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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?
