Physical Education
Physical Literacy & Well-being Go Hand-In-Hand
The RDS Phys Ed journey starts in Kindergarten with fundamental movement exploration, introduction to routine and boundaries, and games that focus on team building and collaboration. These become the building blocks as students move through the grades and challenge themselves to learn more complex sports-specific skills. Teachers and coaches continually work to foster a safe and inclusive environment in which students of any skill level and experience can feel a sense of belonging in the skating rink or on the soccer field.
World Class Facilities
RDS students get to enjoy a variety of programming opportunities thanks to our proximity to wonderful downtown athletic facilities. From skating at the University of Toronto's rink to playing squash at the Royal Canadian Yacht Club, students experience an enriching physical education program with many opportunities for the exploration of new sports and skills.
"Imagine learning to play squash from a professional coach. Or swimming in the same lanes as top varsity athletes. In addition to comprehensive sports units on ice, land, and water at globally recognized athletic facilities, our curriculum weaves Yoga, Personal Fitness, and games like Ultimate Frisbee into the mix. The RDS Physical Education program offers inclusive and meaningful opportunities that develop the lifelong physical literacy of all students. We know that play-based movement has innumerable mental, social-developmental, and brain-health benefits."
- Ms. Tory Boeckh, Director of Student Life
