Listed below are websites and activities, suitable for Second Level children, that families may find helpful when looking for some ideas to keep children active.
Minecraft Fitness Run
Its a race to defeat the Ender Dragon! Dodge the creepers. Jump over the lava. Duck under the Ghast fireballs. Punch the trees. Grab the diamonds. Craft your diamond armour and defeat the Ender Dragon!
Jurassic Chase!
Follow the instructions on screen to run, dodge and escape the dinosaurs!
Just Dance!
Dancing is one of the easiest ways to get your body moving. As kids follow the moves on this YouTube-based dance challenge, they won’t even realise they’re getting in a great cardio workout! Plus Just Dance features all their favourite musical artists.
Joe Wicks – The Body Coach
The Body Coach is a popular YouTube channel that features free, easy-to-follow, at-home workouts for everyone, including kids. Joe runs online P.E lessons from Monday – Friday every week that the whole family can join in with!
Karate for Kids
For children missing their Karate club or want to learn something new, join Abbey Manser on her YouTube channel to learn karate skills for kids!
Nike Training Club
This app features free 15, 30 and 45-minute workouts designed by expert Nike trainers. They are a great way to keep on top of your fitness without having to leave your home! The app is available for all smart phones!
Below are some activities children can do on their own, or with family members, to keep fit!
Home Challenges:
-
How many sit ups can you do in 30 secs?
-
How many burpees can you do in 30 secs?
-
Create a circuit workout in your home or the garden for the rest of your family.
-
Using couch cushions, furniture, bedding and plenty of other household objects, construct an engaging and challenging obstacle course!
-
Use a smart phone/watch to count how many steps you do in a day. Try to beat your best day the following week!
