Games play a large role of what we do at ASF, so the staff compiled 13 reasons why we believe games are so important, for kids and adults. I am sure we missed some reasons so let us know what you would add...
- Creates a fun and relaxed environment which builds a positive attitude, team building and excitement towards training.
- Provides a dynamic warm-up; also wakes them up for a morning session!
- Allows coaches to indirectly evaluate athletic performance of the athletes.
- Breaks down barriers between coaches and athletes, as well as athletes to athletes.
- Allows athletes to experience/practice various athletic skills without formal coaching.
- Allows sport specific athletes to expand their overall athleticism.
- Stresses fun and enjoyment (process) versus winning and losing (outcomes).
- Allows “free-range” playing versus structured playing; kids are in control rather than adults :)
- Builds social skills, especially camaraderie, support systems, bonding and emotional coping skills. Games are also a great way to introduce new kids into our program through unstructured play. Who doesn’t need a few new friends in the process?!
- Teaches problem-solving, strategy and nurturing an athlete’s “Physical IQ”.
- “Organized chaos” can lead to long-term adaptations in other settings such as school and home life.
- Kids can make the rules and thus, follow the rules; they start to find out their intrinsic value and leadership skills.
- Experience the unadulterated joy of human movement.
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