Helping inactive kids get moving

Understand the starting point

A child who avoids activity may have a very different reason from another child who does the same. Ask which activities feel interesting, confusing, embarrassing or uncomfortable. Listen before choosing a program.

Offer a manageable first choice

Invite your child to choose between a couple of activities they are willing to explore. The first goal can be learning what the activity involves. Avoid turning an introduction into a comparison with more experienced children.

Tell the coach what you learned

Explain the child’s interests and previous experiences. Ask how the session can begin with familiar instructions and how a child can request help or a pause. A good first conversation gives you a concrete picture of the support available.

Review together

Afterwards, ask what your child would like to try again and what needs to change. Share that feedback with the coach. If avoiding activity is connected with pain or a health concern, discuss it with a healthcare professional. Explore our coaching approach to see how we think about individual starting points.