Under 5's

Active Movement
Welcome to Sport Waitakere's Active Movement for under 5's section. Active Movement is an exciting SPARC programme that upskills and supports teachers, caregivers and parents.

What is Active Movement?
Active Movement/Koringa Hihiko is engaging in quality physical movement experiences, which enhance the spiritual, emotional, cognitive and physiological growth of children.

The Early Childhood Physical Activity Reference Group developed the term in recognition of the impact of positive and appropriate early movement experiences on the way infants, toddlers and young children learn, grow and participate in physical activity.

Opportunities for Active Movement from birth for all children are essential for brain development. Active Movement will strengthen the connections within the brain and the body. The development of these connections is vital for memory, sensory development, communication between the two sides of the brain, processing of information, particiation in the arts and the later formal learning of reading, writing and mathematics.

Contact: Pauline Butt, Active Movement Adviser
DDI: 09 966 3117; mobile: 027 282 7029; email: pauline.butt@sportwaitakere.co.nz