What is athletikids?

AthletiKids is all about redefining what it means to be an athlete and creating a space where every kid can thrive through movement and sport. We're not your typical sports organization - we're here to shake things up and make sure everyone feels welcome, no matter their background or abilities.

OUR VALUES

  • COMMUNITY

    We're building more than just teams - we're creating a community where everyone belongs. It's about connecting with yourself, your teammates, and the world around you. We believe that when we work together, we can achieve amazing things.

  • RESPECT

    We believe in treating everyone with deep respect - kids, coaches, families, and the land we play on. It's about seeing the potential in every child, no matter how quiet or wild they might be. When you feel respected, you're more likely to believe in yourself and others.

  • ADAPTABILITY

    We're all about rolling with the punches and changing things up when needed. Every kid is unique, so we tailor our approach to fit their needs. Our coaches are pros at thinking on their feet and helping kids overcome challenges in creative ways.

  • CREATIVITY

    We're not just about following the rulebook - we encourage kids to express themselves and find their own style in sports. We mix art and creativity into our programs, making them fun and engaging for everyone.

AthletiKids exists to create foundational experiences for kids to develop a lifelong love of movement and be part of an active, healthy community. We're here to show that sports can be for everyone, not just the naturally athletic or hyper-competitive kids.

COACH KAT

Hi I’m Katrina - I’m a mom of 2 boys (6 & 8) who make up my R&D team and keep me on my toes :) I am fortunate to live on the beautiful and unseeded territories of the Squamish, Tsleil-Watuth & Musqueam people here in “Vancouver” and am committed to decolonizing initiatives in my home life & sport programs as a settler on these lands.

I’ve been a sports instructor since I was 11 years old. No really, it's my favourite job in the whole world. Aside from soccer, I’ve coached a variety of other sports including figure skating, volleyball & swimming for kids as young as 1y to 15y.

My background in kinesiology, being a competitive volleyball & soccer athlete & love for growing community led me to develop AthletiKids in 2020 to offer young kids an opportunity to connect with their friends through sport and learn the fundamentals of what makes a great team, both on & off the field.

People think I teach soccer, but Athletikids was founded to help kids build small movement literacy skills to help them grow their confidence in sports and outdoor play. I believe that kids are our greatest teachers, and if we give them undeniable respect, a space to share ideas & a lot of high-fives, they show us the magic that we’re missing in this world.

I’m on a mission to change how we see athletics & sports by making soccer instruction fun, creative and inclusive no matter what your skill level or learning style.

When I’m not coaching kids I’m chasing after my boys in the forest, trying to drink enough water and dreaming about summer. It is an honour to work with the children I teach, and I look forward to working with your children and helping develop empathetic future leaders in sport & their community.