A Parent’s Guide to Our Sports and Yoga Curriculum

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. Why Physical Activity Is Crucial in Early Education
3. The Structure of Our Sports Curriculum
4. Yoga: Building Inner Balance and Body Awareness
5. How Sports and Yoga Complement Academics
6. Parent Involvement and At-Home Practice
7. Conclusion

Introduction At GD Goenka Public School, Mahanagar, we know that learning isn’t just a mental activity—it’s physical too. Our sports and yoga curriculum is designed to develop healthy, confident students who understand the importance of both strength and stillness. This guide helps parents understand what their children experience and how to support it.

Why Physical Activity Is Crucial in Early Education Children learn best when their bodies are active. Physical movement improves concentration, coordination, and emotional regulation. It also helps develop perseverance, leadership, and teamwork—skills vital in and out of the classroom.

The Structure of Our Sports Curriculum Our program includes:

• Age-appropriate sports such as football, basketball, volleyball, and educational games
• Movement-based activities for toddlers (jumping, balancing, catching)
• Skating and martial arts from early grades
• Inter-house athletic events that foster healthy competition Each session is led by trained coaches who prioritize safety, skill-building, and sportsmanship.

Yoga: Building Inner Balance and Body Awareness Yoga is integrated into weekly routines. Children practice:

• Basic asanas to improve posture and flexibility
• Breathing exercises for focus and calm
• Short meditations to develop mindfulness Yoga not only enhances physical well-being but also builds emotional awareness and self-control.

How Sports and Yoga Complement Academics Studies show that regular physical activity improves academic performance. Children who participate in structured movement routines show better attention, memory, and classroom behavior. Our integrated approach ensures balance—not overload.

Parent Involvement and At-Home Practice You can support by:

• Encouraging daily stretches or yoga at home
• Attending school sports events
• Sharing your own fitness routines
• Praising effort over competition GD Goenka also conducts workshops and sports day events where families can participate together.

Conclusion Physical education is not a break from learning—it’s a vital part of it. At GD Goenka Mahanagar, our sports and yoga programs shape students who are strong in body, sharp in mind, and steady in spirit.