Wrestle 4 Fun begins the school year at Flemington Public School
Thank you Ontario Trillium Foundation!
Beat the Streets extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) for its support of our organization and our unique Wrestle 4 Fun program. Since its launch in 2021, this three-year initiative has provided nearly 9,000 children with the opportunity to discover the joy of wrestling, enhancing their physical literacy and social-emotional skills in the process. By the end of February, our program will have reached more than 11,000 students, with four new after-school wrestling programs to support all the enthusiastic children inspired by Wrestle 4 Fun.
“Our partnership with the Ontario Trillium Foundation has been a game-changer for thousands of low-income children in Toronto. Thanks to OTF’s support, we’re turning the joy of wrestling into an avenue for enhancing physical literacy and building resilience. We empower kids to believe in themselves, embrace physical activity, and find lifelong success.”
Back to School:
Dillon and Aidan teaching wrestling fundamentals with the first class of the school year at Flemington Public School
This week marked the exciting beginning of Wrestle 4 Fun at Flemington Public School in Toronto, and we are deeply grateful to Principal Angila Rooparine for her close collaboration and support. The success we've witnessed at Flemington Public School has inspired us to take our commitment a step further. We're thrilled to announce the launch of a new after-school wrestling program at the same school.
This week, our two new Wrestle 4 Fun coaches, Dillon Williams and Aidan McVeigh, are set to introduce the fundamentals of wrestling to over 250 students ranging from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 5.
What is Wrestle 4 Fun?
Wrestle 4 Fun is a unique fitness program delivered by dedicated wrestlers. Our one-week program encourages children aged 6-12 to embrace physical activity, improving their physical literacy and confidence in a fun and inclusive environment.
If you are a teacher interested in bringing Wrestle 4 Fun to your school, please contact Coach Neal to learn more.
Why use Wrestling for Physical Literacy?
At Beat the Streets, wrestling is our preferred method for enhancing physical literacy. Wrestling fosters physical strength, agility, and balance and sharpens mental acuity, teaching control over one's body and quick thinking. It's more than just muscles; it's about developing mental toughness and agility. Wrestling offers a hands-on approach to developing the skills necessary for excelling in various physical activities, making it our go-to tool for fostering physical literacy.
About the Trillium Foundation:
The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Government of Ontario, and one of Canada’s leading granting foundations. Last year, nearly $112M was invested into 1,384 community projects and partnerships to build healthy and vibrant communities and strengthen the impact of Ontario’s non-profit sector. In 2020/21, OTF supported Ontario’s economic recovery by helping non-profit organizations rebuild and recover from the impacts of COVID-19. Visit otf.ca to learn more.
About Beat the Streets:
At Beat the Streets, our mission is to advance the education of low-income children and youth in the Greater Toronto Area through fun and unique sports, life skills, and employment-based development programs. Since 2015, we have served over 28,000 young individuals through our Wrestle 4 Fun, Level Up, You Grow Girl, Work It (Summer Jobs), and Volunteer programs, providing them opportunities to develop their physical, mental, and social well-being. We believe in empowering the next generation by breaking down barriers and creating pathways to success.
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