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Why teach gymnastics in primary school?

Aspire-Ed

Here we break down that impact and take a closer look at why gymnastics is an essential sport to teach in primary school. Flexibility, strength, technique, speed, control, coordination and balance are all developed through gymnastics. Developing strength is invaluable for swimming. As we get older our bones deteriorate.

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'Road 2 Paris' workshop celebrating the build-up to the upcoming Olympics and Paralympics

Aspire-Ed

You’ll also receive a huge range of extras, including downloadable session plans, digital assemblies, and the chance to win a school visit from an Olympian or Paralympian! BRING OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC VALUES TO LIFE We kicked off our ‘Road 2' workshops in 2012, bringing the buzz of the London Games to schools across the UK.

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10 Lessons Young Athletes Taught Us This Year

Sports for Schools

Whether it was the Euros, Wimbledon, the Tour de France, the Olympics or any other sporting event, young athletes from across the world have demonstrated the strength of character that many, sporting or not, should take on board. The post 10 Lessons Young Athletes Taught Us This Year appeared first on Sports for Schools.

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Her Majesty, the Queen – an inspiration to us all

Sports for Schools

She showed immense strength and resilience through good and hard times, and she was always a good listener. Sports for Schools is a social enterprise that works with top athletes from around the UK and Northern Ireland, visiting primary schools to inspire and encourage kids of all abilities, and teachers, to be more active.