The latest offering in Sydney Catholic Schools’ comprehensive sport program is set to blow school holiday boredom out of the water.
Opportunities to try dragon boating, water polo, orienteering and fencing will be provided alongside traditional ball sports in one, two and three-day programs that emphasise skill building in an active, fun and supportive environment.
Sydney Catholic Schools’ Manager: Pre-Post Sport, Damien Kerr said the program represented a new frontier for Sydney Catholic Schools.
“Our school holiday program gives families an affordable way to try an array of different sports outside of school hours” – Damien Kerr, Manager: Pre-Post Sport
“We hope that students will look forward to the school holidays with a sense of excitement, not just because they don’t have schoolwork, but because they are engaging in activities with a purpose – to keep active and make new friends.”
Active fun
Say goodbye to screen time. Sydney Catholic Schools’ holiday sport program offers myriad opportunities for fun and fitness.
They include:
Dragon boating – In partnership with Easts Dragon Boat Club and supported by Dragon Boats NSW. This two-day camp introduces students in Years 6 to 11 to this exciting, fast-paced sport.
Fencing – In partnership with NSW Fencing. Students aged 8 to 16 will learn grace and precision with foil, sabre and epee – the tools of this ancient art.
Water polo – A fast-growing sport at junior level, water polo builds stamina and teamwork among other skills. Offered in partnership with Water Polo NSW for students in Years 6 to 11.
TrySport – Sydney Catholic Schools TrySport camps provide a mix of Olympic and fun games for students in Years 3 to 9. Includes badminton, orienteering, lawn bowls and pickleball.
Rugby union – Essential rugby skills for primary school students of all abilities aged 8 to 12. In partnership with Southern Districts Rugby.
Rugby league – The NRL League Stars camps teach through participation in fun, non-contact games.
