“She’s Just Not Sporty” — Why Labels Hurt “She’s just not sporty.”It’s a phrase most of us have heard at some point — maybe even said ourselves. But what does “sporty” really mean? And more importantly… what happens when a child gets labelled as “not sporty”? The truth is, these labels can close doors before […]
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Sport isn’t just about trophies. It’s about confidence, belonging, and joy. Yet so many girls drop out of sport by their teenage years. Why? And what can we do to change that story for the next generation? At Roarsome Sport: If you want your child to grow up loving movement, not fearing PE lessons, come
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Every now and then in a Roarsome Sport session, something happens that reminds me exactly why I do what I do. This summer term, I’ve been working with a little girl in one of my school-based sports sessions. She’s autistic and has found joining in very difficult. For weeks, she stood on the sidelines—watching, sometimes
This week has been so exciting, I just have to share! I had the absolute pleasure of being invited into a local SEND school to lead some of their PE lessons. Honestly, I was thrilled (and I’ll admit, a bit nervous too!). I knew I’d be working with younger children with a wide range of
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April is Autism Acceptance Month, and here at Roarsome Sport, I’m proud to stand alongside families and children in the neurodivergent community to spread awareness, build acceptance, and celebrate differences. As a parent myself, I understand how important it is to find spaces where your child feels safe, supported, and able to thrive. That’s why
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This month, Roarsome Sport turns ONE – and what an amazing year it’s been! What started as an idea to bring fun, inclusive, high-quality sport to little ones has grown into a brilliant, active community of children and families. From our very first session to our SEND-specific classes, birthday parties, and everything in between –
It’s Our 1st Birthday – Let’s Celebrate with a Roarsome Offer! Read More »
What keeps you accountable to your goals? For over 10 years, I told myself I’d do a Park Run. It sounded fun, it’s free, and it’s a great way to stay active. But life always got in the way—kids, the weather, lack of time, or sometimes just a lazy morning after a busy week. But
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As parents, we know how different children can be—even siblings raised in the same home! I see it every day with my own two girls. They are two and a half years apart, now four and almost two, and while they share similarities, they are also completely unique. One of the biggest differences I notice
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Winter Feels Long, But Kids Still Need to Stay Active! Does anyone else feel like this winter has lasted forever? ❄️ As a mum who loves the outdoors, I always try to get my kids outside, but the cold weather, grey skies, and drizzle make it tough. I know many parents feel the same –
How to Keep Kids Active This Half-Term (Even in Cold Weather!) Read More »
I wanted to reach out and share some important information about children’s physical activity levels and why Roarsome Sport is the perfect place for your little ones to get moving and have fun. Recent findings from Sport England show that only 47% of children are meeting the Chief Medical Officers’ guidelines of taking part in
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