Five easy ways to get your kids into exercise on a budget
Playing sports can help children improve their self-confidence and health and keep them away from screens.
And weekly sessions don't have to cost you a fortune.
Here's how to get your kids active on a budget. . .
FITNESS CLASSES: Healthcare institution Nuffield Health is offering free weekly fitness classes for girls aged 11 to 16.
The Move Together sessions are designed to build strength and confidence and are suitable for all levels.
Nuffield Health operates more than 100 centers across the UK. Find your nearest class at nuffieldhealth.com/movetogether.
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FUN RUN: Junior Parkrun is a free community event that takes place on Sunday mornings at almost 500 locations across the country.
A 2 km route has been mapped out in which anyone between the ages of four and fourteen can participate.
Participants are given the time they need to complete the course. They get to know their time and can try to improve it every week.
Register for free and find your nearest event at parkrun.org.uk.
SWIM SESSIONS: Many councils offer free classes or sessions for children, so it's worth checking out what's happening in your area. Take a look at your municipality's website.
TENNIS TIME: Charity Tennis For Free organizes sessions for anyone who wants to get their hands on a racket. Some sessions are for children aged 12 and over, but there are also special family moments.
Find the group nearest you at tennisforfree.com/sites.
IN GEAR: It's not just sporting activities that can be expensive. Buying the right equipment for kids to play can cost an arm and a leg.
To help alleviate costs, Sports Direct has launched a discount program, offering discounts of up to 70 percent. See sportsdirect.com/kids-essential-equipment.
The part functions tennis rackets for £9, down from £27.99, and hockey sticks for £14.99, down from £29.99.
- All prices on the page are correct at the time of going to press. Offers and offers subject to availability.
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