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    Words from an International School: Building Resilience through Sports

    5th Apr 2022
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    When we think of resilience, we think of situations where people have shown extraordinary bravery or can take on hardships. The fact of the matter is that resilience is commonplace – being able to accept failures or having the grit to try again. For children, the ability to bounce back from anything probably also means that they will grow up to be confident and successful adults.

    People who are resilient display some typical traits: acceptance, purpose, and flexibility. Parents can build resilience in their children by creating opportunities for them to pick up these skills. Sports is one of the ways to do so.

    Building Resilience Through Sports

    Strategy, teamwork and courage. These are the key ingredients when it comes to being good in a physical sport. No matter the type of sports, we all know that every player within the team plays an important role right down to the person on the reserve bench. Things on the playing field also change frequently and quickly. As such, children who engage in sports will often develop a growth and flexible mindset.

    Over the years, our teachers at Chatsworth International School have seen this play out amongst our students. We have observed that playing sports can also build resilience in children by teaching that:

    1. Setbacks occur

    Winning and losing in a sports event is typical. No matter the amount of training and preparation, it is normal to fall short in the face of tough competition. Going through the rites of passage helps our students to view failures as part of the learning process and to accept them. As a result, they develop an optimistic mindset without being afraid to try again.

    2. Hard work pays off

    For those who wish to excel in sports, hard work and dedication is a must. Hours of training goes into perfecting a throw or kick, and students need to practice for a certain amount of time. Those who are committed to learning what they can about their chosen sports are usually the ones who perform a lot better. For children, winning a sports competition can also bring about an immense sense of accomplishment, motivating them to do even better the next time. As such, it is a quintessential example of having their efforts pay off.

    3. Communication is key

    Holding a normal conversation in the middle of a basketball court is almost impossible, with all the players scattered around in a tense environment. To decide on a strategy or gameplay, players will need to learn how to communicate effectively. Therefore, sports can also build resilience by honing collaborative skills which opens the way to forging connections with others. Good communication is essential to emotional resilience as it breeds positive emotions rather than negative ones.

    4. Physical health is gold

    You may think that resilience is all about the mind, but the truth is that physical health is equally important. A child who knows how to take care of himself by eating right, sleeping well and drinking enough water will have the drive and motivation to maintain all the other pillars of resilience. Sports build resilience by completing the healthy package, and we all know that a healthy body breeds a positive mind.

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    Adopting a Resilient Mindset Through Sports

    Michael Jordan once said, “You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them.”

    Once your child is exposed to the trials and tribulations that comes often in the world of sports, he will inevitably grow into a confident individual who is not afraid to fail. He will stand tall and face the challenges despite them not being within his control. And he will be able to collaborate and team up with others for the better good. Therefore, sports is truly one of the golden ways to build resilience from a young age.

    At Chatsworth International School, our goal is to build a lifelong commitment to physical fitness and educate our preschool, primary, secondary and tertiary students on important skills such as teamwork, effective communication and leadership. Here, our students will be exposed to co- and extracurricular activities to grow their interest in their sports of choice, or even participate in competitive sports under the auspices of ACSIS (Athletic Conference Singapore International Schools), of which Chatsworth is an active member.

    As a multifaceted international school, we provide ample resources for our students to reach their fullest potential. As such, all students who display dedication and interest in their sports teams will be given equal opportunities to be fielded for competitions. Our nurturing approach ensures that no students are left behind, and we do not cut students because of their abilities.

    Book a campus tour to discover all the benefits of our sports-oriented curriculum.

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