Why soft play? Why choose soft play?
Double your child's activity level without them knowing.
For the first time the physical activity guidelines, published in July 2011, include recommendations for the amount of physical activity the under-fives should be doing. This reflects a growing awareness of the importance of physical activity for this age group and follows the lead of other major countries.
The guidelines are relevant to all children under the age of five irrespective of gender, race or socioeconomic status, but should be interpreted with consideration for individual physical and mental capabilities.
Physical activity guidelines for the under fives
Physical activity should be encouraged from birth, particularly through floor-based play and water-based activities in safe environments. Children of pre-school age who are capable of walking unaided should be physically active daily for at least 180 minutes (3 hours), spread throughout the day. All under fives should minimise the amount of time spent being sedentary (being restrained or sitting) for extended periods (except time spent sleeping).
