By Esther Lauaki
A Caroline Springs School is aiming to be the most active school in Victoria for the second year running.
Springside P-9 College was named the most active in the state after last year’s Active April initiative, with nearly 1000 of its students registered to kickstart healthy habits.
Active April is a state government initiative that urges Victorians of all ages, abilities and fitness levels to complete 30 minutes of exercise each day throughout the month.
Physical education teacher Jess Francke said the school hoped to smash its previous record and encourage the local community to do the same.
“We aim to promote physical activity and getting enjoyment from exercise at our school,” Ms Francke said.
“The initiative is run over the school holidays, so gives the pupils a calendar of activities that they can do while they are not at school.
“It doesn’t have to be anything too difficult. During school, we run activities in the gym, which might include skipping, hopscotch or a game against the teachers.”
Registration is free and includes a range of offers, including a 10-day pass for new members at Melton Waves.
Active April participants can access the Get Active Workouts video series via the app. It includes 30 videos demonstrating 10-minute workout ideas designed to inspire and motivate participants of all ages and abilities.
Details: activeapril.vic.gov.au
