Many or all parents understand the various ways that sport and physical activity in general can benefit their children.
When their child comes of age, there’s a decision to be made as to what specific sport of physical activity to enroll them in. Some parents have their own ideas and preference while some let the child choose.
There’s benefits to many different sports, so what do you choose? Football? Soccer? Gymnastics? Dance?
Here’s why iPlayHockey thinks you should choose hockey!
- Hockey is amazing exercise given the alternation between skating and rest, which is fantastic for the cardiovascular system
- Hockey builds character, encouraging players to work together, communicate, show respect and sportsmanship to the other team, and root for your fellow players
- Hockey improves coordination, as using a stick as an extension of the body is different than many other sports, and this can benefit a child in many different facets of their life
- Hockey builds confidence and helps to develop a positive attitude and self-image
- Hockey builds strength, especially as kids get older and the game gets faster and more physical
- Hockey teaches discipline and determination, as waking up at 6:00 in the morning on the weekend for practice takes dedication and shows that being the best requires practice
- Hockey teaches communication and social skills given the comradery of the sport
These are just a few of the benefits of the sport of hockey, and this goes without mentioning that hockey is our national sport, and getting your child into hockey is getting them more involved in a national community and lifestyle. The chance to be a part of something special.
