Organised sport for kids and teens is often a great way get your children to regularly participate in physical activity. Being part of a sport team provides many social benefits but it also means that you are much more likely to regularly commit to training and game days as your team depends on you!
This section provides information on both the physical benefits of organised sport as well as the many other benefits such as learning about fair play, respect and teamwork.
You will also find tips on how to make sure your child's experiences are enjoyable and you can access Gateway to Sport, a fantastic web resource which provides information on over 70 different sports.
Organised Sport
Participating in organised sport is a great way for children to stay phyiscally active. Sport helps kids develop in areas such as teamwork, confidence and self esteem.
Organised Sport
Making Sport Enjoyable for Kids
Creating a fun environment goes a long way to helping your kids enjoy their sport. This section contains tips on how to help your kids get the most out of their sporting activities.
Making Sport Enjoyable for Kids
Sport Rage Prevention
Sport rage is any violence, abuse or bad behavior on the field. Parents can minimise the effects poor sportsmanship by being good role models and encouraging fair play.
Sport Rage Prevention
Gateway to Sport
Gateway to Sport contains information on sporting activities in NSW, including detailed information on over 70 different sporting activites and links to State Sporting Organisations.
Gateway to Sport
Most Played Sports
This section outlines the level of participation in organised sport in NSW by children aged between 5 and 14 years, including a list of the most popular sports.
Most Played Sports
Active After School Communities Program
The Active After-school Communities (AASC) program is an after school hours program that aims to get primary school kids involved in sport and physical activity.
Active After School Communities Program