World Play Day 2020

““Play is a universal language and it is something we should all be fluent in...”
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— Darryl Edwards

May 28, World Play Day

World Play Day is celebrated in over 40 countries

Today is World Play Day which is about connecting generations through play, the theme for 2020 is “Be Safe, Play At Home.”

Play is a universal language and something we should all be fluent in.

Challenge yourself today (and every day) to play more. Try something new. Be curious, explore and take pleasure in the world around you.

Play tends to be one of the most neglected of all rights of a child.

Increasing modernisation negatively influences the way children engage in play. For many children, child labour, domestic work and increasing academic and parental demands reduce the time available for play.

Allow your kids to play freely, watch them play, teach them to play and embrace your inner child as well, that certainly helps.

If you haven’t tried Plank Tennis yet give it a try [click on the video below]

PLAY something different…

Plank Tennis is much more fun than doing the Plank exercise. I never do planks as I don’t find them particularly exciting—but I do love Plank Tennis! Time flies when you are having fun.

Try this outside (or indoors), get off the tech and play. Console your inner child by letting them know you haven’t totally forgotten about them.

RELATED: The Top 10 Benefits of Play

PLAY MORE:

MOVE MORE at HOME:

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Animal Moves Deck [ADULT]

£20.00

AGE: 15 and over

Mix things up with the Animal Moves Deck and have more fun with fitness. These fitness cards for men and women are a simple way to playout, anytime, anywhere. Cardio, strength, posture and mobility exercises inspired by the animal kingdom to boost power, conditioning and flexibility.

MOVE LIKE AN ANIMAL, FLOW LIKE AN ANIMAL.

[DISPATCHED FROM THE UNITED KINGDOM]

*Please note cards are shipped from the UK, delivery costs to international destinations will be updated during the checkout process.

Created with ❤ in the UK.

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Animal Moves Deck 2 [ADULT]

£20.00

AGE: 15 and over

Exercise: are you bored of doing the same old “exercises” again and again? Finding it difficult to find that middle-ground between fun and challenging movement. With the Animal Moves Fitness Deck 2 you are one card away from a fitter, stronger and healthier you.

This update contains 43 new Animal Moves for men and women as a simple way to playout, anytime, anywhere. Cardio, strength, posture and mobility exercises inspired by the animal kingdom to boost power, conditioning and flexibility.

Can be used standalone or as a BOOSTER PACK for the original Animal Moves Deck for ADULTS.

MOVE LIKE AN ANIMAL, FLOW LIKE AN ANIMAL.

[DISPATCHED FROM THE UNITED KINGDOM]

*Please note cards are shipped from the UK, delivery costs to international destinations will be updated during the checkout process.

Created with ❤ in the UK.

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Animal Moves Deck [KIDS]

£25.00

AGE: Boys & Girls (3 - 6 yrs)

Animal Moves Deck for KIDS invites children to explore and enjoy the world of movement while doing the most natural thing a child can do - PLAY.

With the Animal Moves Deck for KIDS, you and your child will embark on an adventure that will be as exciting and varied as your child’s imagination. The cards combine animal movement patterns with colourful illustrations to challenge your child with activity and games that inspire exploration, movement and creative play.

Whether it is playing memory games, designing active play sessions, or creating stories around the cards, your child will love diving into the incredible world of self-expression.

Great as birthday gifts and party activities for parents, teachers and daycare providers. These young child-friendly animal moves and games lead to a different set of experiences every time. Perfect for rainy days indoors or sunny days outside.

*Please note cards are shipped from the UK, delivery costs to international destinations will be updated during the checkout process.

Created with ❤ in the UK.

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