Students can enjoy a wide range of social benefits when they play sport. As well as having fun and staying active and healthy, sport offers great social opportunities and recreational structure.
Here’s just a glimpse of what sport can do for students of all ages –
- DEVELOP self-confidence
- NURTURE high self-esteem
- CREATE a sense of achievement
- EASE common mental illnesses including anxiety and depression
- ENCOURAGE a sense of belonging
For a lot of students, sport is their chance to shine, but others can get demoralised, so it’s important to choose a sport that suits your individual skill sets and natural talents. It’s the only way your potential will be maximised and your confidence boosted.
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http://www.ausport.gov.au/participating/schools_and_juniors/juniors/issues/social_benefits