There’s a little girl in one of my classes who went on a caravan holiday recently. She joined a sports class while she was away, but came home slightly disappointed — because “Miss Kate” wasn’t there. Her dad told me the story with a laugh, but to me it said something important: the real magic […]
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“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
If you’ve ever found your child losing focus during a structured activity — or becoming anxious about what’s coming next — you’re not alone. This week, during one of my PE sessions at a local SEND school, I was reminded just how powerful visual supports can be. I’ve been refining the way I structure and
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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 –
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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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I can’t quite believe we’re in March already—2025 is moving so quickly! This week, I had two completely different outdoor experiences with my girls. The first was a bike ride at Cannock Chase—which started in decent weather but quickly turned into a downpour. You know that famous saying:“There’s no such thing as bad weather, only
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I’m thrilled to share some exciting news that will make our multi-sport sessions even more engaging for your little ones! We’re launching the Roarsome Sport Reward Card, designed to motivate and celebrate your child’s progress in a fun and meaningful way. Here’s how it works: Why the Reward Card is Great for Your Child: We
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