5 benefits kids can enjoy when they attend introductory basketball classes

There are so many different sports that youngsters can get involved in when they live in Australia. Whether it’s taking the traditional route and enjoying Aussie rules, cricket, or rugby, or enjoying the many other pursuits that are available, they will be following in the footsteps of many heroes of a nation that loves their sports. The choice has become even greater in recent decades since satellite TV has delivered action from around the world to enjoy.

One thing that is for certain. Whatever is played, there will be fun to be enjoyed and plenty of competitiveness along the way. Sports are a great way of feeling good and making friends which can often last for many years and continue in the workplace. Let’s take a look at 5 of the major benefits that basketball for 5 year olds can provide.

1. Having a first introduction to formal sports and introductory classes can sometimes be nervy for youngsters, but that will soon disappear when in the hands of professional coaches who are basketball players themselves and understand how to allow youngsters to relax and have fun. It is a sport that everyone can get involved in and enjoy, whatever age, gender, or ability. Coaching in a class can teach teamwork and individual skills and provide huge enjoyment.
2. There are many parents who are concerned about the amount of time their kids spend in front of the TV or more commonly today, on their mobile devices. This sometimes leads to obesity and conditions later in life, when not enough exercise is taken. The health and fitness that basketball provides ensures that the youngsters will use energy so that they want to sleep at night and then wake to have more of the same fun a few years after they were given exciting activities to create a memorable 1st birthday party.
3. Basketball is great for the brain, as hand-to-eye coordination is required. This can lead to other skills being taken in while reaction times improve. Fairness and empathy are two of the important skills and lessons in life that can be learned as well as adopting self-discipline when listening to a coach and adhering to the rules of the game.
4. Not only does the physical nature of the sport increase health, but the mind can receive huge benefits which can improve mental health. Feeling valued as a team member offers great self-esteem as does celebrating the success of others. It leads to a happy youngster looking forward to mixing with their peers. Parents can also receive peace of mind knowing that coaches will have been checked for suitability.
5. The socialising can open so many doors, suddenly finding a friend with common interests, while playing as a team and helping each other can have huge benefits in future years when in a workplace environment.

Basketball is a great sport for youngsters to adopt, especially when benefitting from an introduction with their peers to have fun together.