Ideas For Marking Your Playground For National Fitness Day
Updated on: March 12, 2024
Ever since 2010, National Fitness Day has turned into an initiative that brings together people who love physical activity, and those who wish to get into it. The day aims to promote physical and mental health, with exercises and fun events throughout the UK. Many schools, gyms and clubs take part and open their doors, offering easy access and other benefits for everybody who wishes to join in.
This year, the event will be held on Wednesday 21 September 2022, and if you wish to equip your own playground and make it an engaging hub for physical activity, we have some ideas in this blog that will help you achieve just that! If you’re debating whether to join in on the event, make sure you familiarise yourself with some of the many benefits of exercise for your physical and mental health to help you decide.
Thermoplastic playground markings for fitness
A vibrant and well-marked playground can act as a fantastic invitation for both those who are new to fitness, and those who love practising fitness activities on a regular basis.
Colourful playground markings that can withstand all weather conditions, are anti-slip, non-toxic and durable, create a safe and stimulating environment for participants. They are perfect for complementing outdoor playground and fitness equipment too. Let’s take a closer look at some of the best thermoplastic playground markings to improve fitness that you can use on National Fitness Day!
Multi-Court markings
Setting up multiple events on the same grounds, that include different activities, can be taxing in terms of space and time. However, with our Sports Coated Multi-Court & Running Track, even smaller spaces can be turned into a place with a wide variety of sporting options for both pupils, teachers, and other visitors of all ages.
Football, basketball, tennis and a running track, all combined in the same playground marking, will have the day set up for everybody. Whether you’re holding more traditional activities or newer game variations, like alternative tennis or basketball games for example, you aren’t limited by this design.
Active trails
One of the best options for any sports event is active trails. They go fantastically well on any playground. Why is that? Because an active trail can be designed to suit the needs of any school or leisure facility, so they can choose the activities that their trail will feature as well as its length.
This is also one of the best playground markings for young children to have fun with whilst being very active. It can be easily combined with obstacles and trim trails to make for a more challenging and immersive experience. Each active trail on its own can have a variety of fun sections in it, and best of all, you can choose them yourself. Why not base them on the preferences of your pupils?
Relay races are a popular activity to take part in on National Fitness Day, and you can use active trails for this too. Sack races and many other hilarious activities in combination with an active trail, will bring just the right amount of activity and fun for the occasion, and teams can mix people of all ages together.
Sports packages
Our Sports Packages include a large variety of colourful options, which is always a good way to catch the eye of younger pupils, getting them to join in on the fun with their peers. Younger children participating might be interested in different types of activities compared to the older children so it’s good to ensure diversity amongst your playground activities.
As well as markings for running and fitness, some of our packages also include markings fr teaching numeracy and literacy. Phonics ponds, target games and hopscotch are all available in our sports bundles and can be the perfect alternative to get younger children involved in fitness. Let their imagination run wild!
Active trails also make their way into some of those packages, so you will have a lot of options to make the most out of this fun and active occasion, whilst enjoying a big saving too!
Fun games
From Hopscotch to Duck Duck Goose, we have active and fun games for children of all ages. “Dance With Me” and “Mirror Me” are both perfect for active social interactions between your pupils, which will leave them emotionally recharged and wanting to go back to your playground. “Mr. Wolf” is another fun game that will have children running as fast as they can away from the wolf!
For more information, check out the best playground games to improve children’s fitness.
Those detailed above and many other active, high-quality playground markings will turn your playground into a place all kids can’t wait to return to!
Jess Sparks
Jess is deeply committed to supporting our mission of positively impacting UK outdoor play environments to promote healthy lifestyles in children.
With a CIM Level 6 Diploma in Sustainable Marketing, Jess channels her passion for sustainability into her marketing role, using her skills to promote eco-conscious practices and raise awareness for our initiatives.
Jess’ experience within the industry is instrumental in driving engagement and supporting connections with those who require ultra-durable, high-grade playground markings both locally and internationally.