P.L.A.Y. for All Pilot

After-school programs for physical activity (PA) can contribute to helping children and youth achieve the suggested 60 minutes a day of PA. Previous research also suggests that developing motor competency can positively impact long-term PA participation. Additionally, parent and peer support can help children and youth overcome barriers to PA participation. The primary purpose of this pilot research study was to determine the effects of an inclusive after-school program on PA levels and motor-skill outcomes for children with and without disabilities. A secondary purpose was to examine parental support for physical activity and children’s physical activity and motor skills. 38 children participated in the 10-week <italic>P.L.A.Y. for All</italic>program. Data collection included pre-post data from the TGMD-3 motor-skill assessment, daily accelerometer data, and a guardian survey. Paired-sample t-tests showed changes in the TGMD3 locomotor and ball skills were statistically significant from pre- to post-program (p &lt; .01). Moreover, parents self-reported PA engagement with their child increased from pre to post (p = .029), and parent support to participate in PA increased from pre to post (p &lt; .05). Correlations and linear regression analysis revealed that the children’s average MVPA across the program was not significantly related to their change in motor skills (p &gt; .05). The results of this pilot study reveal that the PLAY for All program had positive effects on children’s motor-skill outcomes and contributed to their overall PA levels.