Sports and Children with Special Needs All children can benefit from the exercise, energy release, and pure enjoyment of playing sports. This includes children with special needs. About 9 in 50 children disability or chronic health problem. Special needs children are sometimes not encouraged to exercise. Their parents or guardians may fear they'll get hurt. But physical activity is as important for special needs children as it is for any child. Participating in sports can help boost self-confidence. It can also improve skills in relationship building and working as part of a team. And it can help in managing weight. This is a common problem among today's kids. The benefits of sports The benefits of regular physical activity are many: Better overall fitness Improved cognitive health Better control of weight Healthier bone density Better emotional and psychological health Improved social skills Improved motor skills More self-esteem Reduced risk for diseases such as diabetes Fitness and Exercise for Kids by Age Group- Kids and Exercise (for Parents) - Nemours KidsHealth - Kids Fitness and Your 6- to 12-Year-Old Fitness Gurukul call now book the demo now