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Scenario

How organized sports fail to provide adequate physical play

I signed my 6-year-old up for soccer to give him exercise but he spends most of practice standing in line waiting for his turn at drills.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Structured activities often prioritize adult concepts of efficiency over children's need for continuous, joyful movement.

Your guide for this
Nas
Nas works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Childhood and the right to play?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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