The sequel to Finding Nemo, Finding Dory shines the spotlight on the little blue, forgetful fish that everyone fell in love with – mostly due to the fact that we could all relate to her inability to remember ANYTHING!
Inspired by Dory's famous line “just keep moving”, British sporting champions Tom Daley and Becky Adlington have joined forces to encourage children to ‘just keep moving’ as they launch nationwide interactive family swim sessions and a brand new 10 Minute Shake Up campaign.
The campaign from Disney, Change4Life and the Amateur Swimming Association (ASA) sees the launch of themed-family swim sessions at hundreds of pools across the UK. The new 10 Minute Shake Up activities are there to make exercise fun and help children get the 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity they need each day.
The Finding Dory-inspired swim sessions, which will run from Friday, 22nd July until Sunday, 4th September, will provide an hour of in-water storytelling for the whole family, teaching children key swimming skills as they are taken on a journey with Dory and friends, led by trained instructors.
“Most people look at professional athletes and see the years of training and dedication they have put in, but do sometimes forget that what we do is also really fun and exciting," campaign ambassador Tom Daley commented.
"I’m a massive Disney fan myself and can’t think of a better way to get kids enjoying being active than combining their favourite stories and characters with exercise – whether that’s a Finding Dory swim session where families can learn key ASA skills or a Change4Life 10 Minute Shake Up game kids can play with their friends in the park.
"For me, showing that sport is not a chore and really has a fun side is an important message and I’m thrilled to be supporting this campaign."
Physical activity helps children build social skills, boost self-confidence, improve bone and heart health and maintain a healthy weight, yet just 21% of boys and 16% of girls currently meet the national recommended level of activity of 60 minutes each day.
“Since I stopped competitive swimming a few years ago, I understand how tricky it can be to fit exercise into a busy routine – and also make it fun. As a mum, it’s even harder. But I’m passionate about inspiring the future generation to get active and that’s why I’m supporting this summer’s campaign from Disney, Change4Life and the ASA.," campaign ambassador Becky Adlington said.
"The summer holidays can seem really long but there are loads of great ideas to get kids up and about with new 10 Minute Shake Ups, and what better way to spend time together than enjoying a family swim session where you’re learning key skills.”
For more information, click here, and don't forget to book your swim session here.
