If you’ve ever heard about Ultimate Frisbee but never quite understood what it is or why people play it, this guide is for you. It’s the perfect introduction for middle-aged parents who want to learn more about a game that their kids are playing. Let’s take a look at the basics and some of the reasons why […]

When summertime rolls around, it can be a great opportunity to give your child an experience away from home with day camp. But how do you choose the right day camp for your child? With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is best. Here are some tips on what […]

Many parents struggle to find the right balance between allowing their children the space and freedom to grow, while also providing the support they need. This is especially tasking for parents of teen girls. There are no shortage of everyday distractions and events teen girls focus on. There are tremendous advantages of sports working into […]

We all know that children need to play. It’s an important part of all children’s development and learning. But did you know that specifically outdoor play offers kids an additional range of physical and mental health benefits? Outdoor play is key to developing a physically, mentally and socially healthy child. Let’s dive in and explore […]

We may be in the middle of winter now, but in a few months spring will be here. Spring is great – the days getting longer, the sun is shining brighter, and the birds are singing louder! And nothing says spring like fun activities that you and your young kids can enjoy together. So even […]

When we started Elevate in 2016, we had NO idea what we were doing. We had zero business experience, Danie was a full-time teacher, and Ari was a business school drop-out after 2 years. We’ve learned a few things along the way and are now offering license opportunities with Elevate! Of course, there is nothing […]

By – Ari Nitikman Flashback to 2016. I know you’re thinking that the world was a more understandable place back then.  While in some respects our lives have turned upside down one thing that doesn’t change are our core values. Humans usually abide by a few core values that dictate their behaviour in most situations.  […]

1. The Field – A rectangular shape with endzones at each end. A regulation field is 64m by 37m, with endzones 23m deep. 2. Initiate Play – Each point begins with both teams lining up on the front of their respective endzone line. The defense throws (“pulls”) the disc to the offense. A regulation game […]

I believe I have the secret to: Increasing the popularity of ultimate Increasing access to ultimate beyond the current majority of middle to upper class white people   There may be some people out there that want ultimate to be “our little secret” (who’s our?) and that the uniqueness of ultimate would be ruined if […]

Morgan! Catherine! Oscar! Gwen! Anna! Beau! Laura! Sigh. Another point on the sideline. Another point where I’m not contributing. Is coach watching the same game I’m watching? Beau dropped it TWICE last point and Oscar looks like he’s never played defense before. This is ridiculous. Doesn’t coach remember how good my throws were looking last […]