In today's digital age, it's no secret that kids are spending more time in front of screens than ever before. From television to video games to social media, it's easy for children to get lost in a virtual world for hours on end. But while screens can be a great source of entertainment and education, it's important for kids to also have time away from screens and engage in physical activities like sports.

Even the youngest littles benefit from routine daily play time which is why many programs (including ours!) offer mommy and me classes for babies. Most parents know that play matters but why exactly is playtime so important?

With summer on the horizon, water activities and bubbles are the perfect (and easy!) way to engage little ones.

Many kids first learn to hold the soccer ball in their hands as they walk or run. Using your hands instead of your feet at first is OKAY.  It is actually one of the first skills we see develop on the field at Soccer Buddies.