After School Sports

 

After School Sports Program

 

Soccer

"Enthusiasm is everything. It must be taut and vibrating like a guitar string." – Pele

Playing soccer means learning how to work in teams while supporting each other, how to deal with ups and downs, and most importantly, you learn how to achieve goals as a team. These are some of the benefits you get by playing soccer:

  • Teamwork
  • Discipline
  • Character development (determination, responsibility, and patience)
  • Muscle development
  • Reduces risks of heart disease
  • Boosts self-esteem
  • Reduces stress
  • Body coordination
  • Balance and coordination

 

Basketball

"The game of basketball has been everything to me..." – Michael Jordan

Basketball is played in two teams of five players each. This is a sport that promotes teamwork, fellowship, generosity, and solidarity. Coordination, balance, and body awareness can be developed from physical movements like high jumps and throws. Playing basketball also helps improve and build:

  • Discipline
  • Self-confidence and self-control
  • Blood circulation
  • Muscle strength, particularly in arms and legs
  • Agility
  • Reflexes

 

 

Volleyball

"Volleyball is one of the most interactive games going..." – Marv Dunphy

Volleyball can be played one on one too, but it is better when it is played in teams, which are made of six players each. This is a sport that gives both physical and mental benefits, plus it is a very fun way to burn calories, exercise, and make friends. It also:

  • Develops joint and bone health
  • Improves hand-eye coordination, balance, speed, and reflexes
  • Diminishes stress
  • Encourages sportsmanship
  • Promotes social skills
  • Favors decision-making
  • Enhances energy level
  • Strengthens cardiovascular and respiratory systems

 

 

Track and Field

"Number one is just to gain a passion for running..." – Pat Tyson

This sport is the base of every other sport. Given the physical demands of this sport, the students are able to develop their coordinative skills and physical abilities. It helps build mental strength and emotional stability, as well as critical thinking. Other benefits include:

  • Agility
  • Organization
  • Communication and affective skills
  • Information management
  • Introspection
  • Self-control
  • Self-confidence
  • Commitment and integrity

 

 

Padel

"Padel is a sport that brings people together..." – Fernando Belasteguin

Padel, a dynamic racket sport played in doubles, combines elements of tennis and squash to create a thrilling experience. Benefits include:

  • Agility and coordination
  • Cardiovascular health
  • Teamwork skills
  • Stress relief
  • Builds core, arm, and leg muscles

 

 

Cheerleading

"Cheerleading is the ultimate team sport..." – Monica Aldama

Cheerleading, also known as porras, combines gymnastics, dance, and acrobatics. It promotes team spirit and offers benefits like:

  • Builds core strength and flexibility
  • Coordination
  • Confidence and leadership
  • Teamwork and trust
  • Creativity

 

 

Flag Football

"Football teaches you about teamwork, discipline..." – Peyton Manning

Flag football, a non-contact variation of American football, emphasizes agility and teamwork. Benefits include:

  • Improves stamina through running
  • Skill development
  • Team building
  • Inclusivity
  • Stress reduction

Mission

To develop the physical-athletic and sport abbilities to their highest potential, promote a healthy lifestyle and support the well-rounded training of the students.

To promote discipline, responsibility, honesty, commitment, and teamwork through sporting activities.

Sports are an essential part of the academic education of our students.

Vision

Inspire a sporting culture that becomes a lifestyle.

Develop students’ character and support their academic development, encouraging the achievement of personal goals.

That perseverance and daily effort become the basis for our students to overcome bstacles and be recognized as true leaders of the community.