Keeping your child active in the summer in Montreal without a sports camp

Simple and fun ideas to stay active all summer, even without sports camp

During the summer, kids have a lot of free time… sometimes too much. Without sports camp, it's easy to fall into the "screens – sleep – snack" routine. However, staying active doesn't necessarily require a formal structure. With a little creativity, there are plenty of ways to keep kids motivated, fit, and happy .

“Summer is for playing, exploring, and having fun on the move.”

— Stallion Team —

How to Keep Your Child Active in the Summer: Simple Family Activities

Many parents wonder how to keep their children active during the summer in Montreal , especially when they're not attending a sports camp. Long summer days can quickly turn into hours spent in front of screens, but there are plenty of simple and fun ways to get moving as a family. Whether it's at the park, in the backyard, or even at home, the important thing is to incorporate a little movement each day to promote your child's health, confidence, and well-being.

Here are 4 easy ideas to keep a child active in the summer without sports camp , while still enjoying quality time together.

1️⃣ Simple activities to do as a family

Parents play a vital role in setting an example.

Go to the park for a game of basketball or volleyball .
Bike rides, scooter rides or even roller skate rides.
Ball games in the yard: frisbee, dodgeball, improvised soccer.

💡 According to Naître et grandir, moving as a family not only improves children's health, but also strengthens emotional bonds.

👉31 activities to move with your child

2️⃣ Organize friendly matches with friends

A mini basketball or volleyball tournament between neighbors or school friends.
Pick-up games teach cooperation, team spirit and trust .
Parents can also help plan a weekly schedule: for example, “volleyball every Wednesday at the park.”

💡 The Active for Life website points out that free play is a key element in the development of motor and social skills.

👉 The Importance of Free Play (and Boredom)

3️⃣ Small sports routines at home

Even without land, 10 to 20 minutes a day is enough.

Jumps, push-ups, squats, planks.
Technical exercises: dribbling a ball, practicing passes against a wall.
Use kid-friendly YouTube videos.
Bonus: create a family challenge (e.g. 20 squats per day, 1 minute of core strengthening).

💡 ParticipACTION (Canada) recommends at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day for children aged 5 to 17.

👉Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines

4️⃣ “Invisible” but active activities

Moving doesn't always mean "organized sport."

Swimming in the pool or at the beach.
Hiking, active picnicking, walking along the river.
Gardening, walking the dog, physical chores (climbing stairs, watering plants, helping with housework).

💡 The Government of Quebec reminds us that all physical activities, even daily tasks, count in children's development.

👉Games and exercises for parents and children

5️⃣ Tips to Motivate Children

Set small goals (e.g., complete 10 passes without the ball falling).
Vary activities to avoid boredom.
Value effort more than performance.
Let the child choose the activity sometimes so that he feels involved.

👉Games and exercises for parents and children

Each child evolves at their own pace

Even without sports camps, summer remains a great time to explore, play, and stay active. The important thing is to prioritize fun, movement, and quality time with family.

👉 At Stallion Sport Club , we believe that physical activity should be accessible to everyone, all year round.

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Whatever the starting age, initiating your child to a team sport like basketball or volleyball can transform their relationship to sport, to itself and to others.

📍 Located in the west-of-the island of Montreal , Stallion Sport Club offers adapted programs from young age.
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How to Keep Your Child Active During the Summer Without Sports Camp