School Sports and Physical Activity

Our aim is to support and improve children’s health and wellbeing across our community.

We know that when children feel healthier and more confident, it often has a positive impact on their learning too.

We work with local primary schools to deliver six‑week physical activity programmes that focus on fun, functional fitness. These exercises help children move better in day‑to‑day life by improving their balance, coordination, and joint health.

The programme is designed to boost cardiovascular fitness and build muscular strength, supporting the development of healthy bones and muscles. It also plays an important role in improving mental health and overall wellbeing.

Our goal is to help children gain confidence, try different types of physical activity, and develop healthy habits they can carry with them throughout their lives.

We are committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and welcoming environment where all children can take part—regardless of age, ethnicity, sex, disability, or socioeconomic background.

Get in touch for more information

Our schools programme is focussed on key stage two children, specifically those in years 4, 5, and 6.

If you are interested in working with us please email us for more information: sawa@ntu.ac.uk.

You can also connect with us on Facebook.

For a duration of six weeks, spanning half a term, we propose a dedicated delivery plan aimed at enhancing the physical fitness and well-being of Key Stage Two children.

Delivery involves allocating one afternoon per week for the presence of one or two of our trained students who will actively engage with the school community to conduct functional fitness physical activity sessions.

The proposed sessions are designed to be flexible and adaptable, allowing us to tailor the activities to best align with the school's objectives, ethos, and timetabling constraints. Our goal is to seamlessly integrate these sessions into the existing school schedule, ensuring minimal disruption while maximising the impact on the participating children.

Our students, well-versed in functional fitness principles, will bring a dynamic and interactive approach to the sessions. These activities are not only geared towards physical health but also aim to instil values of teamwork, discipline, and overall wellbeing. By focusing on Key Stage Two, we target a critical developmental stage, fostering a positive attitude towards physical activity and laying the foundation for a healthy lifestyle.

We aspire to contribute meaningfully to the school's commitment to holistic child development, promoting physical fitness as an integral aspect of a well-rounded education. We are open to collaboration, feedback, and further customisation to ensure that the delivered sessions align seamlessly with the school's vision for the well-being and growth of its students.

The proposed physical activity plan is designed to provide a comprehensive and progressive approach to functional fitness. The sessions are structured to include key elements such as warm-up, mobility exercises, an introduction to specific functional movements, conditioning sessions, and a cool-down.

Warm-up and mobility exercises:

Each session will commence with a thorough warm-up, incorporating dynamic movements to prepare the body for physical activity. Mobility exercises will follow this to enhance flexibility and joint range of motion, promoting injury prevention and overall physical well-being.

Introduction to functional movements:

The heart of the program lies in the introduction to fundamental functional movements. Across the six weeks, the sessions will focus on different movements, including Squat, Deadlift, Strict Press/Push Press, Burpee, Clean and Press, and a recap of all movements. Each week will delve into the specific mechanics, techniques, and benefits of the featured movement.

Conditioning sessions:

Following the introduction to each functional movement, the sessions will include conditioning exercises. These aim to enhance essential movement skills, improve aerobic conditioning, and build muscular strength. The conditioning sessions are strategically designed to make everyday activities more manageable and promote a holistic approach to physical fitness.

Cooldown:

Each session will conclude with a targeted cool-down, incorporating static stretches and relaxation techniques to aid in muscle recovery and flexibility.

Our approach ensures that children receive a well-rounded functional fitness experience, promoting not only physical health but also fostering a positive attitude towards exercise and movement. The recap session in week six reinforces learning from the previous weeks and allows for a comprehensive understanding of all movements that have been introduced.