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Sports Adventures: Street Hockey

Sports Adventures: Street Hockey

Hit the pavement with Sports Adventures: Street Hockey!

Under the guidance of expert coaches, students will master the fundamentals of stick handling, shooting, and teamwork through engaging drills and spirited games. This course emphasizes skill development, strategy, and sportsmanship, preparing players to excel both on and off the rink. As they navigate through each session, kids will enhance their coordination, agility, and understanding of the game, fostering a deep love for hockey. Whether aiming to be the next street hockey star or simply looking for fun and fitness, our program offers an exciting path to achieving their goals. 

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  • About Sports Adventures: Street Hockey

    BAM's Street Hockey Program is meticulously aligned with SHAPE America’s National Standards for K-12 Physical Education. This program is designed to foster physical literacy by engaging students in street hockey activities that promote the development of motor skills, physical fitness, and a lifelong love of the sport.

    Each lesson is structured to meet specific standards, ensuring students not only participate in street hockey drills and games but also understand the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

    Through active play and structured sessions, BAM's Street Hockey Program encourages students to demonstrate competence in hockey skills, apply knowledge of movement concepts, and exhibit responsible personal and social behavior, fully embracing SHAPE America's vision of empowering students to lead healthy, active lives.

  • Focus Areas

    Each week, students will delve into different aspects of street hockey, starting with stick handling and puck control, practicing techniques like dribbling and passing to improve precision and agility.

    Shooting and teamwork will be key focuses, with drills such as wrist shots, slap shots, and passing exercises to enhance accuracy and coordination. Defensive techniques, including blocking, intercepting, and positioning, will boost defensive proficiency.

    Footwork and positioning skills will be developed through agility drills and strategic movement exercises. This rotating skill set approach ensures students gain a well-rounded understanding of street hockey, promoting continuous improvement and a deeper love for the game.

Learning Outcomes

  • Improves Physical Fitness

    Teaching children a variety of sports improves their coordination, balance, agility, and overall physical fitness.

  • Improves Social Skills

    Engaging in sports promotes teamwork, communication, respect, leadership, resilience, and self-confidence among children.

  • Improves Cognitive Abilities

    Playing sports develops cognitive abilities such as strategy, problem-solving, and decision-making, improving concentration, attention span, and academic performance.

Sample Lessons

Experience the excitement of BAM's Sports Programming, where each lesson combines dynamic warm-ups, technical drills, reinforcing games, and scrimmages to promote skill development and fun.

Stick Handling Mastery: Dribbling and Control

In this lesson, students will focus on improving their stick handling skills, practicing dribbling techniques to enhance their control and precision. Through engaging drills and practice sessions, they'll develop the agility needed to maneuver the puck effectively during play.

Precision Passing: Enhancing Teamwork

Students will delve into the fundamentals of passing, working on wrist passes, saucer passes, and backhand passes to improve their accuracy and coordination. This lesson emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication, ensuring smooth and effective passing in game situations.

Shooting Techniques: Scoring with Confidence

In this session, students will concentrate on various shooting techniques, including wrist shots, slap shots, and snap shots. They will practice proper form and accuracy to boost their scoring proficiency and confidence in front of the goal.

Defensive Skills: Blocking and Intercepting

This lesson centers on defensive skills, teaching students effective techniques for blocking shots and intercepting passes. Through drills and exercises, they'll improve their ability to defend against opponents and protect their goal.

Agility and Positioning: Moving Strategically

Students will work on their footwork and positioning, essential for effective play in street hockey. This lesson includes agility drills and strategic movement exercises to enhance their quickness and precision, helping them maintain optimal positioning on the court.

Course Format

BAM's Sports Programming is designed to align with SHAPE America's National Standards for K-12 Physical Education, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging approach to physical education. Each lesson follows a structured format that includes a Warm-up, Technical Drills, Reinforcing Game, and Scrimmages, providing a well-rounded experience that promotes skill development, fitness, and fun.

Warm-up: Each session begins with a dynamic warm-up to prepare students' bodies for physical activity, enhancing flexibility, and reducing the risk of injury.

Technical Drills: Students then move on to technical drills, focusing on the fundamental skills required for each sport. These drills are designed to improve motor skills, coordination, and technique, providing a solid foundation for game play.

Reinforcing Game: Following the drills, students participate in a reinforcing game that allows them to apply their newly acquired skills in a fun and supportive environment. This segment emphasizes teamwork, strategic thinking, and practical application of skills.

Scrimmages: The lesson culminates in scrimmages, where students engage in friendly, competitive play. This not only reinforces the skills learned but also encourages sportsmanship, fair play, and a love for the game.

Durable Skills Reinforcements: Throughout each lesson, BAM integrates durable skills reinforcements, focusing on critical life skills such as communication, leadership, and perseverance. These elements ensure that students not only grow physically but also develop important social and emotional competencies.

This comprehensive course format ensures that BAM's Sports Programming not only meets educational standards but also provides a dynamic and enjoyable experience that fosters a lifelong passion for physical activity.

Our Instructors Are Our Top Asset

At BAM!, our vision for innovative K-8 education extends beyond just curriculum; it encompasses the educators who bring that curriculum to life. Selecting & training our educators is a continuous and meticulous process, ensuring they are not just equipped with subject matter expertise but also the skills to inspire and connect with students on a personal level.

  • 100% adult educators recruited from prestigious universities ( No CITs at BAM!)
  • Highly refined interview and background check process 
  • Extensive training that goes well beyond curriculum & classroom management
  • Ongoing year-round opportunities to teach in our summer camp. After-school, and structured recess programs.

We celebrate your success!

Upon the conclusion of your child's program, they will be presented with an official Brains & Motion Education certification.

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