Sports programme
Embark on an exciting journey of physical activity and skill development with Finnway’s Sports Programme in our Term 3 After-School Programme. Our diverse sports offerings, ranging from basketball and gymnastics to ice skating, mini tennis (red ball), soccer, swimming, and tennis (orange ball), cater to various participation levels from basic to intermediate. Tailored for both Kindergarten and Primary level students, our Sports Programme goes beyond the thrill of the game. Engaging in sports at young age not only promoted physical fitness but also nurtures essential life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and resilience. Whether it’s mastering a soccer goal, conquering a climbing wall, or perfecting a tennis serve, our Sports Programme fosters a holistic approach to growth and development. Join us and let the spirit of sportsmanship and achievement flourish in every young athlete!
Non-Academic Programme
Ice Skating (Pre-Intermediate level)
by Ice Arena
Ice Skating at Ice Arena Phuket offers an exceptional experience. Phuket’s exclusive ice-skating school features a distinctive curriculum registered with the Thai Ministry of Education, available throughout the year, providing a range of ice-skating sessions.
Pre-Intermediate Level:
At this stage, the child can skate independently without assistance. The coaches at Ice Arena will offer activities for the children to challenge their skating skills and improve further, whilst also offering them the chance to engage in using optional equipment like hockey sticks.
- Skates and helmets are provided by Ice Arena; however, children must bring their own knee and elbow pads and warm clothing such as long pants, long socks, and a coat.
Age 4+ and same skill level.
Gymnastics (Pre-Team Training – Mixed Ability Level)
by Gymnastic Club Phuket
Gymnastics is considered a sport for everyone, regardless of age or ability. The classes aim to provide a head start to recreational gymnastics for even the youngest participants and introduce competitive skills and routines. All students in each class, receive individualized attention and are divided into three skill levels. The educational purpose of the class is to create a safe, healthy, and fun environment for each individual to develop their maximum potential. The class focuses on improving flexibility, increasing movement capabilities, and strengthening muscles and bones. All movements performed during the class help stimulate learning, both theoretical and practical.
Coach Jessica holds a Bachelor’s degree in child and youth education, specializing in gymnastics. She has recently earned a diploma from British Gymnastics and advanced accreditation from Gymnastics Australia WAG intermediate. Additionally, Head Coach Jessica is certified in first aid and CPR AED, with a special emphasis on childcare.
- Children must wear long pants or sports shorts and bring their own reusable water bottle to every session.
Age 4+
Soccer
by Teacher Thae
Finnway’s soccer programme is designed to introduce and enhance children’s soccer skills through enjoyable games. With smaller group sizes, each child can focus on essential game skills such as; Ball control, short and long passing, tackling and shooting, benefitting from personalized coaching. The sessions emphasise fun and individual progress, allowing children to develop their skills at their own pace for a lasting enjoyment of soccer.
The Soccer programme at Finnway will be led by Teacher Thae, our experienced PE Teacher. Thae has a background in coaching soccer after school clubs across Thailand and has gained valuable experience at the Chelsea FC International Development Centre in Bangkok, where he absorbed the coaching philosophy and programmes of a world class football club.
K1-K3 level
Mini-Tennis Red Ball
by The Oceanic
In collaboration with Oceanic, our coaches employ progressive tennis techniques, utilizing modified courts, racquets, and balls tailored to enhance learning for diverse levels and age groups. Scaling the game down to the size of the child, similar to many other sports, accelerates the learning process and adds an element of fun to the game. Additionally, tennis can help juniors adopt healthy and active lifestyles while fostering the employability skills necessary to achieve their future aspirations.
Red Ball mirrors the real game, offering children the chance to engage in extended rallies and execute various types of shots. The court size is equivalent to that of Tots tennis, while racket sizes may vary slightly based on the physical abilities of the children.
K1-K3 Level
Tennis Orange Ball
by The Oceanic
In collaboration with Oceanic, our coaches employ progressive tennis techniques, utilizing modified courts, racquets, and balls tailored to enhance learning for diverse levels and age groups. Scaling the game down to the size of the child, similar to many other sports, accelerates the learning process and adds an element of fun to the game. Additionally, tennis can help juniors adopt healthy and active lifestyles while fostering the employability skills necessary to achieve their future aspirations.
Orange Ball provides players with an opportunity to cultivate a comprehensive game, teaching children the fundamental tactics of the sport. The courts are slightly smaller than full-sized courts, and larger rackets will be utilized.
G1-G5 Level
Ice Skating (Beginner level)
by Ice Arena
Ice Skating at Ice Arena Phuket offers an exceptional experience. Phuket’s exclusive ice-skating school features a distinctive curriculum registered with the Thai Ministry of Education, available throughout the year, providing a range of ice-skating sessions.
For those at the Beginner Level:
This category is for children who have never ice skated before or have recently started with our beginner level in the previous term. They are still unable to ice skate independently. The aim of these lessons are to help the children slowly become more confident on the ice. Children will learn to fall and get back up independently, use aids to move more smoothly on the ice, learn basic ice-skating steps. These sessions are aimed to be fun so the children can develop at their own pace when they are ready.
Age 4+ and same skill level.
Sports Multi-Skills
by Teacher Thae
Welcome to our Kindergarten multi-skills sports after school club, where we foster a love for physical activity while developing essential motor skills and sportsmanship in our young athletes. The club is designed to provide a dynamic and engaging environment where children can explore various sports and activities tailored to their age and developmental stage.
Sports multi-Skills offers a diverse range of activities that promote coordination, agility, teamwork, and confidence building. Each session is thoughtfully planned to incorporate age-appropriate exercises and games, ensuring that every child can participate and progress at their own pace.
K1-K3 Level
Swimming (Pre-Beginner Level)
by Australian Swim School
Australian Swim School Phuket with Instructor Daniel Fazio at Alpha Health Club. Each lesson will last 45 minutes and children will be split into groups of 6. This programme helps children become comfortable in the water and start to learn the basics. The key aims that children learn at pre-beginner level (Level 01) are:
- 6 to 8-meter torpedo front and back
- Beginning arm circle front and back (with kickboard.)
- Survival skill
- Fall and return to edge (with support)
- Float back for 20 seconds (with minimum support)
- Each student will be provided with a locker key. Children must bring their own goggles and towel. If towels are borrowed from Alpha Health Club parents will be invoiced for the price of the rental (50 Baht) After the class, students are expected to return the locker key to the reception (Lost items will incur a fee).
K1-K3
Swimming (Beginner Level)
by Australian Swim School
Australian Swim School Phuket with Instructor Daniel Fazio at Alpha Health Club. Each lesson will last 45 minutes and children will be split into groups of 6. This programme helps children become comfortable in the water and start to learn the basics. The key aims that children learn at beginner level (Level 02/03) are:
– Freestyle swimming for 5 to 10 meters without coordinated breathing.
– Backstroke swimming for 5 to 10 meters.
– Introduction to breaststroke kick.
– Emphasis on survival skills.
– Practice of falling and returning to the edge without support.
– Floating for 30 seconds without support.
– Goggle usage, both with and without.
- Each student will be provided with a locker key. Children must bring their own goggles and towel. If towels are borrowed from Alpha Health Club parents will be invoiced for the price of the rental (50 Baht) After the class, students are expected to return the locker key to the reception (Lost items will incur a fee).
K2+ Age
Basketball
by Rush Sports Academy
Rush Sports Basketball sessions provide a safe and structured environment for learning and improving your child’s abilities. Led by high- level experienced former players from the USA and Russia. Our sessions offer a comprehensive curriculum that covers all aspects of the game – from basic fundamentals to advanced techniques. The classes are designed to be fun and engaging, while also challenging participants to push themselves to reach their “HERO” potential.
K2-K3 Level
Basketball by Rush Sports Academy
Rush Sports Basketball sessions provide a safe and structured environment for learning and improving your child’s abilities. Led by high- level experienced former players from the USA and Russia. Our sessions offer a comprehensive curriculum that covers all aspects of the game – from basic fundamentals to advanced techniques. The classes are designed to be fun and engaging, while also challenging participants to push themselves to reach their “HERO” potential.
K3-G5 Level
Gymnastics (Artistic and Recreational – Beginner Ability Level) – by Gymnastic Club Phuket
Gymnastics is considered a sport for everyone, regardless of age or ability. The classes aim to provide a head start to recreational gymnastics for even the youngest participants and introduce competitive skills and routines. All students in each class, receive individualized attention and are divided into three skill levels. The educational purpose of the class is to create a safe, healthy, and fun environment for each individual to develop their maximum potential. The class focuses on improving flexibility, increasing movement capabilities, and strengthening muscles and bones. All movements performed during the class help stimulate learning, both theoretical and practical.
Coach Jessica holds a Bachelor’s degree in child and youth education, specializing in gymnastics. She has recently earned a diploma from British Gymnastics and advanced accreditation from Gymnastics Australia WAG intermediate. Additionally, Head Coach Jessica is certified in first aid and CPR AED, with a special emphasis on childcare.
• Children must wear long pants or sports shorts and bring their own reusable water bottle to every session
Age 4+
Gymnastics (Artistic and Recreational – Beginner Ability Level) – by Gymnastic Club Phuket
Gymnastics is considered a sport for everyone, regardless of age or ability. The classes aim to provide a head start to recreational gymnastics for even the youngest participants and introduce competitive skills and routines. All students in each class, receive individualized attention and are divided into three skill levels. The educational purpose of the class is to create a safe, healthy, and fun environment for each individual to develop their maximum potential. The class focuses on improving flexibility, increasing movement capabilities, and strengthening muscles and bones. All movements performed during the class help stimulate learning, both theoretical and practical.
Coach Jessica holds a Bachelor’s degree in child and youth education, specializing in gymnastics. She has recently earned a diploma from British Gymnastics and advanced accreditation from Gymnastics Australia WAG intermediate. Additionally, Head Coach Jessica is certified in first aid and CPR AED, with a special emphasis on childcare.
• Children must wear long pants or sports shorts and bring their own reusable water bottle to every session
Age 4+
Soccer
by Teacher Thae
Finnway’s soccer programme is designed to introduce and enhance children’s soccer skills through enjoyable games. With smaller group sizes, each child can focus on essential game skills such as; Ball control, short and long passing, tackling and shooting, benefitting from personalized coaching. The sessions emphasise fun and individual progress, allowing children to develop their skills at their own pace for a lasting enjoyment of soccer.
The Soccer programme at Finnway will be led by Teacher Thae, our experienced PE Teacher. Thae has a background in coaching soccer after school clubs across Thailand and has gained valuable experience at the Chelsea FC International Development Centre in Bangkok, where he absorbed the coaching philosophy and programmes of a world class football club.
Primary Level (G1-G5)
Rock Climbing
by REBEL Rock Climbing
Acquire fundamental rock-climbing techniques, focusing on foot placement and enhancing body balance on the wall. Learn the technique of rappelling to descend a vertical wall safely. Develop problem-solving skills through bouldering and mastering body movements.
Engage in group activities that emphasize mutual support. Cultivate the ability to embrace challenges and conquer fears. Foster patience, resilience in the face of failure, and the determination to acquire skills for overcoming challenges.
- Safety equipment is provided at the venue however children are required to wear: Comfortable clothing, Elasticated socks, long pants or sports shorts and Correct footwear such as trainers – No open toed shoes should be worn.
Primary Level (G1-G5)
