What is Multi-Sports?
Multi-sports refers to a session or programme in which children participate in a variety of different sports and physical activities, rather than specialising in just one sport. The aim is to develop a broad base of fundamental movement skills, such as running, jumping, throwing, catching, balance, coordination and agility, as well as sports-specific techniques. Multi-sports programmes emphasise inclusion, fun, teamwork and skill development, creating opportunities for children to find out which sports they enjoy and are good at, in a safe and encouraging environment. For example, local providers describe multi-sports sessions as offering many different physical activities and sports whilst developing balance, agility and coordination.
At SportsPlayMotion, multi-sports sessions are offered alongside football training and other activities, reflecting the organisation’s goal of providing children with opportunities to discover, develop and practice a wide range of sports and activities in a safe and nurturing environment.
Our multi-sports sessions include a rotating mix of team sports (such as football, basketball, hockey and netball), striking-and-fielding games (such as cricket or rounders), racket-based activities, and athletics-style movement challenges.
Each session is designed to boost children’s coordination, speed, agility, motor skills, and confidence while they enjoy a wide variety of sports before opting to specialise.
Since multi-sports covers a variety of sports, actual sport selection may vary by provider, age group and term.
Here are some commonly included sports and activities:
Which sports are typically included in Multi-Sports?
Football
One of the most popular team sports included as part of multi-sports.
Basketball
A common choice for ball-handling, teamwork and movement skills.
Tag/Touch Rugby
Often included as a non-contact alternative for younger children.
Hockey (Floor/Mini-hockey)
Useful for hand-eye coordination and team tactics.
Netball or Hand-egg style games
These games help with agility, passing and team play.
Cricket/Rounders
Striking and fielding type games, especially useful for developing batting, bowling, catching skills.
Racket Sports
Such as Badminton, table-tennis and tennis. To broaden activity types and motor skills.
Fun games
Involving movement challenges and team-building. Typical in multi-sports to keep engagement high.
Athletics
Including running, jumping and throwing events. Helping to build foundational physical literacy.