1. Physical Activity Everyone Can Do
Physical activity opportunities for different age groups

2. Early Childhood Children learn by doing and seeing
Physical activity is a vital means of learning
Activities that promote health, well being, and knowledge include:
Gymnastics
Swimming
Playground recreation
Exploring

3. Early Childhood Continued
Some websites that can be useful for this age group include:

4. The School-aged Child
Today, many schools do not offer PE programs, or do not offer one taught by a physical education specialist.
However other schools that do offer physical education on a daily basis, use some of these activities:
Volleyball
Soccer
Floor hockey
Flag football
Gymnastics
Folk and Ethnic dancing

5. High School Years (The Transitional Years)
Participation in high school sports increases annually.
These programs include activities such as:
Football
Basketball
Baseball
Softball
Weightlifting
Golf
Wrestling
Tennis

6. High School Years Continued
Students may also be involved in other activities that are not affiliated with the school system. These activities are usually provided by the community. These include private leagues, YMCA leagues, and other community sponsors.
The out of school functions include:
Summer sport leagues
Boxing
Karate
Equestrian sports
Fencing

7. Young Adulthood
Young adults are those who have finished high school. This can be a transitional time for these individuals. They are trying to balance adulthood with exercise and establish new lifestyle patterns.
Activities for this age group include:
University recreation and fitness programs
Intramural sports
Community recreation sports
Informal participation (activities for pleasure)

8. Older Adult
Physical activity is critical in health and elongating one’s life.
There are many organizations that give the elderly opportunities to get involved in physical activities.
Some of these organizations include:
Olympic Tennis Club
World Masters Games
World Assoc. for Veteran Athletes (WAVA)
United States Masters Swimming (USMS)
AND MANY MORE!!!

9. From 70 to 7
Not only is it important to get involved in physical activity, it is also important to get involved socially.
There are many activities that can be done together no matter the age. This is important in bonding with others.
Physical activity can be done within families and within the community.

10. Across the Board
Some age appropriate activities that can be done together include:
Hiking or scavenger hunts
Swimming, getting involved with swim lessons
Hunting
Fishing
Sports like tennis, softball, basketball
Throwing horseshoes
Kayaking or canoeing
Volunteering community service

11. In Conclusion
There are specific activities that are provided and appropriate for every age.
Physical activities can be provided through schools, private sponsors, and community organizations.
It is important to get involved in physical activity to promote health and well being.
Try to find activities that are appropriate for all ages to facilitate bonding.
Get involved with your community.