Move without breaking your pig

I don't know about you, but the more I think that sports activities for children are expensive. For my part, I want to continue to let them discover their passion, but a balance between organized sports and free activities is necessary to avoid breaking the bank . So I suggest several possible avenues to achieve this, especially before the children join "clubs".

Take the time to go play in the park with your child

I was so excited for my kids to walk to play in the park! Beyond the courses offered by the play structures, there are a thousand and one ways to use the park structures to move, and it's free! In addition to parks, soccer fields, green spaces and public swimming pools are ideal places for your little ones to burn off their energy! But you have to plan ahead and get moving with them! Why not take advantage of this to organize active picnics and outdoor games to make these outings to the park even more attractive?

Dancing at home

Dancing as a family in the kitchen is one of our favorite family activities! Turn the living room into a dance floor and encourage your kids to dance. It’s a fun, cost-free activity that stimulates your kids’ creativity while allowing them to burn off energy. At our house, we also create dance zones. So, when a family member steps on the living room rug, for example, they have to dance for a minute. It makes us laugh, and most importantly, it gets us moving!

Family physical activities

I can't say it enough, but getting active as a family is an activity that parents should prioritize. Plan physical activities as a family, such as hiking or biking, go to the ski school slope or find public cross-country ski trails. Many outdoor outings cost nothing or can be very affordable, for example in outdoor centers.

Keep it simple

What's better than shoveling a fort or going sliding in the schoolyard to work up a sweat without spending a single cent!

Active transportation, an ecological and economical choice

Going to do your errands by bike or even by bus is a great way to get some fresh air and get moving! So, get into the habit of favouring active modes of transport for short distances . Encourage cycling or walking to get to school, the library or to visit friends. It's simple, effective and inexpensive!

Getting your child active doesn’t have to break the family budget. By incorporating these affordable tips into your daily routine, you can encourage physical activity in a fun and cost-effective way. The goal is to create healthy habits, without sacrificing your family’s financial stability!

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