Before School Sports in Term 3
Dear Families,
With Term 3 just around the corner, here is some final information about our Before School Sports Program. All programs commence in Week 1, so please make sure you are ready to go!
The response from families has been incredible. Tennis has now reached capacity and we are unable to accept any further registrations or payments. However, places are still available in all other sports and activities, with registrations remaining open until the end of the holidays.
Please see below for important information about each program.
Tennis – Mondays (Years 3–6)
Location: Dunstan Reserve Tennis Courts
Our Before School Tennis Program is ready to serve up an exciting Term 3! Sessions will take place at the tennis courts at Dunstan Reserve every Monday morning under the guidance of Adrian Barry.
Adrian will be in contact with all participating families over the holiday break with information about what students need to bring and other important details. We are incredibly excited to see this program commence and know it will provide a fantastic opportunity for students to develop their skills, confidence and love of the game.
Students may meet directly at the tennis courts. Any students attending Before School Care will be escorted to the courts by a member of staff. At the conclusion of the session, all students will be accompanied back to school by a staff member.
Bat Tennis – Mondays (Foundation–Year 2)
Location: Newlands Primary School Quadrangle
Our Bat Tennis Program is specifically designed for Foundation to Year 2 students and is the perfect introduction to racquet sports for our youngest learners. Students will be coached by Linus from IPadel Australia, who will focus on developing fundamental skills such as hand-eye coordination, movement, racket control and basic tennis techniques in a fun and engaging environment.
We are excited to partner with IPadel Australia and can't wait to see our students build confidence, learn new skills and develop a love for racquet sports.
Students can head directly to the quadrangle for the 8:00am start. All equipment, including bats and balls, will be provided.
Wrestling
Monday: Girls Wrestling Tuesday: Years 1–2 Wednesday: Years 3–6 Thursday: Foundation–Year 2
Location: C-Block
We are incredibly excited to introduce Olympic Wrestling at Newlands, making us the only school in Victoria to offer this unique sporting opportunity. The program will be led by Mohsen, a Newlands parent and Iranian wrestling champion, who will teach students the fundamentals of Olympic wrestling in a safe, supportive and engaging environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to build strength, confidence, discipline and resilience while learning from an expert in the sport.
Students can head directly to the designated room in C-Block at 8:00am, where Mochen will be ready to begin. Registrations and payments will remain open until the end of the holidays.
Basketball
Tuesday: Foundation–Year 2Wednesday: Years 3–4Thursday: Years 5–6
Location: School Gymnasium
Players First will continue running our before-school basketball program in Term 3. Existing and new families are welcome to join throughout the term.
Led by Coach Filip, the program has played an instrumental role in helping students develop their basketball skills while building confidence and teamwork. Students interested in joining Newlands Unidos Escuela Primaria for the Term 4 Winter Season are encouraged to speak with Cameron Start (President) or Luke.
Students should meet in the gymnasium before the session begins.
Soccer
Tuesdays After School (Foundation–Year 6)
Location: Gymnasium
Emmanuel will continue to run his popular after-school soccer program in Term 3, providing students with another fantastic opportunity to develop their skills, fitness and love of the game.
If you would like further information about the program or available places, please contact the school office.
Zumba – Diego's Dance Club
Fridays (Foundation–Year 6)Parents Welcome!
Location: Gymnasium
Get ready to move, groove and have some fun with Diego's Dance Club! Running every Friday, these energetic Zumba sessions are a fantastic way for students to stay active, build confidence and finish the week with a smile.
Best of all, parents are invited to join in, making it a wonderful opportunity for families to get moving together and be part of the fun.
Newlands Sports Jumpers
The first order of Newlands Sports Jumpers has now been placed and no further orders can be accepted at this stage. We will provide an update if another ordering window becomes available later in the year.
We cannot wait to see our Term 3 Before School Sports Program get underway. Thank you to all of the coaches, providers and families who have helped make these opportunities possible for our students.
If you have any final questions, please do not hesitate to contact the office.
Thanks,
Newlands