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Why teach gymnastics in primary school?

Aspire-Ed

The impact ranges from physical to emotional to cognitive to social. Here we break down that impact and take a closer look at why gymnastics is an essential sport to teach in primary school. Teaching gymnastics develops key physical skills. Because of the inadequate focus on the sport during initial teacher training.

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Mastering Behaviour Management: Empowering coaches to create a supportive environment for every pupil.

Aspire-Ed

PE, school sports, and physical activity enhance physical and mental well-being and teach valuable life skills. However, children come from different backgrounds and possess varying behavioural challenges, which can pose a challenge for coaches in primary schools.

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New qualification: 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Multi-Skills Development in Sport?

Aspire-Ed

For teachers and coaches, it means all those things and more. Because when you’re boosting children’s physical and mental health, expanding your knowledge base doesn’t just benefit you. For many pupils, school provides the mainstay of their physical activity.

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How to Encourage a Positive Sporting Environment

Sports for Schools

The real news from the past few years has been all the research confirming that taking part in sport or physical activity has a (huge) positive impact on your mental and physical health. How physical activity can stimulate positive mental health. Encouraging a positive sporting environment.

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5 Ways to Talk and Encourage a Positive Body Image for Your Child

Sports for Schools

Figures like 40% to 60% of elementary school girls (age 6 to 12) are concerned about being too fat , or worry about gaining weight, are red flag signals. Parents and teachers need to address this trend and turn the tide for our future generations. It also boosts happiness, confidence and self-esteem.