As part of the Parasport Series, we will be sharing about different para and adapted sports. This week we are highlighting Sitting Volleyball. Sitting Volleyball originated in the Netherlands in 1956, and was originally introduced into the Paralympics in 1980.…
WHAT IS FAST AND FEMALE? Fast and Female is a nationwide charity on a mission to empower girls through sport and physical activity! Using our evidence-based curriculum, developed by industry leaders, we aim to build the confidence and leadership skills…
Content Warning: Eating Disorders My name is Jett and I am a member of Fast and Female’s Youth Advisory Council where I enjoy helping run events and discussing important issues regarding women and girls in sports with the rest of…
WHAT IS FAST AND FEMALE? Fast and Female is a nationwide charity on a mission to empower girls through sport and physical activity! Using our evidence-based curriculum, developed by industry leaders, we aim to build the confidence and leadership skills…
The Fast and Female Team had the opportunity to chat with Tianna, the founder of Heal in Colour. Tianna is a Caribbean Canadian woman. Tianna has been a long time athlete. She played basketball, volleyball and track at her high…
Program Coordinator, Rebecca Saldanha tells us what exactly is in her bag for rock climbing I love climbing because, in my opinion, there’s no one perfect body type for it. Everyone has their strengths and faults; small fingers help you…
Fast and Female REAL Role Model, Molly Hurford, shares about her new venture Strong Girl Publishing! Hi hi! I’m Molly Hurford. I’m an author, journalist and podcaster, and now, the founder of Strong Girl Publishing. On the side, I’m a…
This is an introduction to our new Parasport series, where we will be talking about different sports for people with disabilities. Parasport is a term used to describe sports played by people with disabilities, physical and intellectual. Other terms that…
By Morgyn Engman The Fast and Female got the opportunity to attend the first ever WNBA game on Canadian soil. On May 13th the WNBA came to Canada for the first time to play an exhibition game before the season…
Fast and Female has always had Role Models at the center of our programming to empower girls through sports. We are excited to share how we are improving and updating the REAL (Relatable, Empowered, Active Leaders) Role Model program! 80%…