Activity Guide

Top 5 Sports For Kids

Published by SchoolAdvisor | Jun 13, 2014
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Getting your child involved in sports is one way for them to build a sense of self reliance and confidence. However, finding the right sport can be tricky and in some cases the wrong sport may just bring about serious harm and injury.

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In a Malaysia that is much more urbanised than any of us can remember, it is important to allow your child the joys of a sport and get physically active at the same time.

SchoolAdvisor has compiled a top 5 list of sports that your child can safely enjoy and have fun with.

1. Gymnastics

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A sport that helps to build one’s physical and coordination skills, gymnastics for kids has come a long way in Malaysia with several establishments that offer age sensitive classes with certified trainers.

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The Little Gym in Sri Hartamas and Kota Damansara and Total Gymnastique in Petaling Jaya offer a diverse set of courses designed specifically for children of various ages.

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2. Football

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A popular sport that is instantly recognizable around the world, children as young as 4 years old can participate - albeit with a smaller ball and a smaller field.

The pace of game allows a child to develop and retain focus as well as cultivate a sense of esprit de corps and teamwork with children of similar age.

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While your child might not be the next Messi or Ronaldo yet, getting an early start with the proper training would help to nurture and develop the potential within.

Little Kickers and The Goal Academy are two programmes that offer age-tailored coaching and training as well as a active football league for children age 5 and above.

3. Inline Skating

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A popular activity that is gaining traction with children today, inline skating combines the joys of speed, balance and body control all strapped within two small little skates. Children not only developed motor skills but also enjoy the thrill of skating from the ages of 4 and up.

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An important note is of course to ensure that your child is wearing the proper safety equipment and gear while skating.

Skateline is a company that offers both open and customized skating classes at Kiara Park by professionally certified trainers as well as a pro-kit shop for all your inline skating needs.

4. Rock Climbing

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Rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport that pushes one’s strength, endurance and balance. With the proper safety equipment and supervision, children can not only enjoy a physically fun activity but help build muscle strength and flexibility at the same time.

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Camp5 in 1Utama and Madmonkeyz Climbing Gym in Wangsa Maju are two of the popular and children friendly indoor rock climbing centers which offer age sensitive beginner classes for children.

5. Cycling

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A nostalgic experience for many of us growing up, cycling not only brings about immense joy but is also a great form of exercise. Children can start off on a plastic, three-wheel tricycle and subsequently up with training wheels two-wheeler with training wheels before taking off the training wheels in the matter of months.

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With an increase in road traffic, it becomes harder each day to find a safe place for children to cycle.Around Kuala Lumpur are several parks and gardens that offer bicycles for rent at cheap rates where you get to soak in the amazing scenery while cycling.

Putrajaya Botanical Gardens and the Perdana Botanical Gardens both offer a great biking experience amid the outdoors for the entire family.

Look for more things to do here.