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Participation in Youth Sports

 

It has been estimated that 22 million

children and youth, ages 6 to 18, are involved in organized sports outside of

school (Poinsett, 1996). Research indicates that participation in sports can promote healthy development. According to the American Sport Education Program (1994), sports participation:

  • Builds an appreciation of personal health and fitness

  • Develops a positive self-image

  • Teaches how to work as part of a  team

  • Develops social skills with other children and adults (such as taking turns and sharing playing time)

  • Teaches both how to manage   success and disappointment

  • Teaches how to respect others

 

 

 

 

The following organizations are run independent of the Parks and Recreation Department. Please contact them regarding specific program and registration information.

If you would like a link to your agency listed on our website, please E-Mail us and let us know (Links are subject to the discretion of the Glastonbury Parks and Recreation Department)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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