Sports
Sports and games can create a real buzz. They are sociable, fun
and a great way to meet colleagues from other departments.
The level at which people participate is not
important. It is the involvement that counts. By taking part in a
game or challenge, people naturally start to talk to each other.
Individual employees and the business both benefit from this
increase in communication and activity.
If activities have an element of friendly
competition – an inter-department football match for example – more
people are likely to get involved. The enthusiasm can spread and
those who wouldn’t normally get involved may give it a go.
The following sports can easily be offered at
their workplace or a local facility:
- badminton
- cricket
- football
- netball
- rounders
- softball
- squash
- table tennis
- tennis
- volleyball.
More ideas to help you promote sports and games at work
Read more about awareness-raising
activities on pages 36-37 of the Think Fit! Be Active guide
Read more about ideas for promoting sports and
challenges on page 38 of the Think Fit! Be Active guide
Read more about a supportive environment for sports and
challenges on page 39 of the Think Fit! Be Active guide
Useful contacts and websites
Find useful
contacts and websites for sports and games.