Playball is an internationally recognised sports and movement programme designed to introduce young children to sports in a fun and engaging way. Taught in a fun-filled, energetic, positive environment, for the last 25 years children from all over the world have loved Playball! Children thrive in fun-filled sports lessons when the focus is on boosting confidence and self-esteem.
And now Payball is available at the Vines ELC in Henderson on Thursdays at 9:30 am.
Playball is a pre-sport and movement programme designed specifically for young children
Playball aims to make sure young children enjoy sports participation. Through a “multi-activity” approach, kids get a feeling of fulfilment by experiencing success in a fun, positive, happy and confidence-building environment. Coaches get kids moving and enjoying themselves while learning a range of new sports skills in a pressure-free environment.
Focusing on developing physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skills, the programme makes learning sports easy and enjoyable. It covers skills such as throwing, jumping, catching, and coordination and during any Playball lesson, your child will get to experience many different sports skills from basketball to tennis, rugby, soccer, hockey, netball, cricket, baseball and rugby. By introducing young children to a range of different sports, Playball gives them the confidence to try new things.
Playball is structured into various age groups, each with tailored developmentally appropriate activities that cater to the needs of each child. It is all about kids getting active and playing different sports, all the while growing in confidence and forming a positive self-image.
Playball helps young children by:
- Teaching a broad range of sports skills.
- Enhancing social skills and physical development.
- Providing a fun, structured, and confidence-building environment.
Programmes offered by Playball
1. Two Can Do (2-3 years old):
This introductory programme focuses on basic movement skills. Activities enhance hand-eye coordination, balance, and spatial awareness through simple games and exercises, fostering comfort with physical activity in a playful environment. It’s all about getting toddlers comfortable with physical activity in a playful environment.2. Watch Me at 3 (3-4 years old):
Building on the basics, this stage introduces more structured activities. Children begin to learn the fundamentals of various sports, including kicking, catching, and throwing. Emphasis is on following instructions and working as part of a group.3. Dinkies (4-5 years old):
Skills are refined and expanded with more sport-specific activities, incorporating rules and teamwork. Children develop better motor skills and start understanding competition in a supportive manner.Benefits of Playball for Young Children
1. Physical development:
Children enhance their motor skills, coordination, balance, and overall fitness through various sports activities, laying the foundation for a healthy lifestyle.
2. Cognitive development:
Playball encourages strategic thinking and problem-solving during play, boosting cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, and processing speed.
3. Emotional development:
Children build confidence and self-esteem through positive reinforcement from coaches, fostering a sense of accomplishment.
4. Social skills:
Group activities promote teamwork, communication, and cooperation. Children learn to share, take turns, and support each other, essential social skills.
