Sharjah Women's Sports celebrates "World Kids’ Athletics Day"

The initiative, aligned with the SWS’ vision of promoting sports as a sustainable lifestyle, blended physical activity with educational fun to build early sports awareness among children.

Celebrated annually, this global occasion—launched by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF)—aims to encourage children’s participation in athletics in an interactive way.

Morning activities: Engaging the youngest athletes

The day began with two age-specific sessions held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ages 3–4: 56 children from Al Badea Nursery, under the Sharjah Education Academy, participated in interactive activities designed to match their motor abilities.

Dr Iman Al Zarouni, Director of Al Badea Nursery, highlighted the event’s positive impact, noting its role in boosting self-confidence, motor skills, and social interaction.

Ages 8–10: 49 students from the American School of Creative Science and Emirates American School—partners in the Foundation’s sports programs—took part in games focused on running, jumping, and throwing. These fun, educational activities supported their physical and social development in a collaborative environment.

Evening session: Activities for preteens

From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., a third event was held for children aged 11–12, with 54 participants. Organised in collaboration with the Sharjah Children (part of the Rubu’ Qarn for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators), this session showcased the Foundation’s commitment to building strategic partnerships and broadening the initiative’s reach.

A holistic approach to sports education

Alyazia Al Suwaidi, Head of the Technical Preparation and Follow-up Division, emphasised that this event reflects the Foundation’s dedication to participating in international efforts that integrate sports into children’s lives.

“Through this event, we aim to offer enriching, developmental experiences that build confidence, inspire passion, and cultivate an early love for athletics,” she said. “It is part of a broader approach that encourages self-awareness and positions sports as a lasting element of a healthy lifestyle.”

Building a conscious and active generation

The celebration of World Kids’ Athletics Day reaffirms the Sharjah Women’s Sports goal of creating a supportive, safe sports environment for children. As part of its long-term strategy, the Foundation continues to empower youth, foster sports culture, and integrate physical activity into the daily lives of future generations through innovative, age-appropriate programmes.