Children who participate in sports derive more than amusement from their activities. Multiple studies have shown that sports have positive benefits for children. The following are three examples:
Better academic performance
Contrary to popular belief that sports tend to disadvantage children academically, children who are physically active tend to perform better in school.
According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children who regularly participate in physical activity have improved concentration and attentiveness in the classroom, and are more likely to perform well in both academic achievements, such as grades, and academic behavior, such as submitting papers on time.
Improved physical health
Regular physical activity helps build and maintain strong bones and muscles, and reduces the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, colon cancer, and other chronic diseases.
Social benefits
A study published in the journal Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine found that those who regularly played sports were less likely to use drugs, while another survey found that students who played sports were less likely to smoke cigarettes and were more likely to dissuade their peers from doing so.
Children who engage in team sports often grow up to be well-adjusted, confident adults. Working with a team teaches children the value of teamwork, making or accepting difficult decisions, and understanding that different players have varying abilities.
House of Sports, founded by Don Scherer, offers training camps and classes geared towards children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers, taught by experienced and knowledgeable coaches who are experts in their respective sports. The indoor facility spans 120,000 square feet and has 10 different kinds of playing fields and courts.
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Sports are beneficial to kids not only physically, but also psychologically, as they develop a sense of playing fairly.
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