The school year has only just begun, yet October half-term is already approaching! The kids are excited, but for parents, it can be a challenge. How do you balance work, household routines, and keeping your children entertained and active during the break?
We believe the answer lies in movement. Keeping active isn’t just good for children’s physical health; it helps to boost mood, improve concentration, and set the foundations for positive habits for life.
PE lessons usually take care of this, so what’s the solution during half-term?
Life Leisure Holiday Camps are designed to keep children entertained, active, and smiling, while giving parents peace of mind.
Running at Life Leisure Avondale, Brinnington Park and Houldsworth Village, our holiday camps this October are full of seasonal fun and action-packed activities. Children will enjoy:
- Sports and games that build confidence and teamwork
- Creative challenges and themed activities to spark imagination
- A chance to try new things and even shape the activities themselves
- Making new friends in a fun environment
All of this is delivered in a safe, supportive space by our experienced and enthusiastic team.
Why movement matters
Carving out opportunities for activity during half-term, even if it’s only for a couple of days, brings plenty of benefits for both parent and child:
- Energy burn: Physical activity helps burn off excess energy, making it easier for kids to sleep soundly (and giving parents a much-needed rest!).
- Mental wellbeing: Exercise is proven to lift mood and reduce stress, which can only be a good thing for the whole family.
- Healthy habits: When kids learn to enjoy being active from a young age, it sets the tone for a lifetime of positive routines.
This half-term is a golden opportunity to weave these benefits into your home, and we’re here to help make it easier.
Here’s what you need to know
Booking your child into a holiday camp isn’t just a childcare solution. It’s a way to give them experiences that contribute to their health and wellbeing. Parents can relax knowing their child is staying active, developing social skills, building confidence and having fun.
And with flexible, affordable booking options available, it’s easy to fit holiday camps around your family’s needs.
Suitable for children aged 5-12 years.
£16.00 per child per day.
For more details and to book your space, head to: https://www.lifeleisure.net/holiday-camps/
We’re also proud to be part of schemes such as the Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) that enable us to offer free places for children on income-based free school meals and vulnerable families. Check out more info on our website (linked above).
Building momentum
What makes October holiday camps special is that they can act as a springboard into the winter months. Being active in summer when it’s warm and sunny outside is easy; the problem is getting them motivated to move when it’s dull and wet! Spending time with our coaches and getting ideas and inspiration for indoor movement means they’ll be more likely to keep it up, whether that’s showing more of an interest in sports at school, going swimming as a family, or simply spending less time glued to screens.
Want to see the fun in action and be the first to hear about kids and family activities on offer in Stockport? Find us on social media:
Facebook: @LifeLeisureActiveCommunities / @LifeLeisure
Instagram: @lifeleisureuk
We can’t wait to welcome your family to Life Leisure. See you soon!
