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Why Football Class is Beneficial

Team Work

Team Work

Playing a game with the team helps students to understand team cooperation, strategies, and leadership in games and in life.
Physical Health

Physical Health

Playing football builds muscular strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination; keeping children active and healthy.
Discipline

Discipline

Following game rules and practicing regularly instills discipline, focus, and responsibility in students.
Physical Health

Physical Health

Playing football builds muscular strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination; keeping children active and healthy.
Social Skills

Social Skills

Football improves communication, sportsmanship, and collaboration, fostering lifelong friendships and mutual respect.

Football Fundamentals

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  • Field Goal – A three-point kick by driving the ball through the competitors’ goal post, a critical part of football tournaments.
  • Passing – The movement of the ball between players, using their feet or hands, relative to the type of football, enhancing player development.
  • End Zone – The area where players should carry or catch the ball to score points, which is a key part of high school football strategy.
  • Goalkeeper – Position who is tasked with defending their goal and preventing the other team from scoring, a crucial role in any football team.
  • Extra Point – Kicking the ball through the goal posts after a touchdown gaining 1 added point, forced professional footballers to attend kicking tournaments.
Two boys in Orchids school uniform playing football on the field, showcasing teamwork and sportsmanship.

Fundamentals of Football

  • Field Goal – A three-point kick by driving the ball through the competitors’ goal post, a critical part of football tournaments.
  • Passing – The movement of the ball between players, using their feet or hands, relative to the type of football, enhancing player development.
  • End Zone – The area where players should carry or catch the ball to score points, which is a key part of high school football strategy.
  • Goalkeeper – Position who is tasked with defending their goal and preventing the other team from scoring, a crucial role in any football team.
  • Extra Point – Kicking the ball through the goal posts after a touchdown gaining 1 added point, forced professional footballers to attend kicking tournaments.

Highlights of our Football

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Nursery, K1, K2

  • Basic Dribbling – Children learn to control the ball with their feet through football coaching, which enhances coordination and confidence.
  • Kicking Skills – Participants practice putting power behind a kick, perfecting accuracy and improving motor skills, fostering early player development.
  • Listening and Teamwork – Systematic exercises focused on instructing children about the importance of following instructions, working together in teams, fair play, all of which are a big part of a football club.
  • Self-Confidence – Focus on the small victories so children feel confident and look forward to the game as football coaching through schools with football coaching..
Boys in Orchids school uniform playing football on the field, showcasing their skills and teamwork during an exciting match.

Grade 3-5

  • More Advanced Dribbling and Passing — Pupils discover how to beat players and play precise passes, which are both required in high school football.
  • Tactical Awareness - The different techniques, positions and work ethics of a game are taught, thus broadening the knowledge of students on football tournaments.
  • Leadership and Responsibility– Older students coach their younger counterparts, instilling discipline and leadership skills fundamental to any football team.
  • Goal Setting – Encourages pupils to set individual and team goals to enhance their abilities and perform more successfully in inter-school football tournaments.
A young boy in a red shirt performing an acrobatic kick with a blue soccer ball while playing outdoors, with friends watching in the background.

Class 1-2

  • Ball Control – The ability to receive and control the ball effectively, including first touch and close control.
  • Fundamentals of a Match – Teaches the students about game strategies, player spacing and teamwork by preparing them in a skill set for inter-school football tournaments.
  • Sportsmanship and Respect – Teaches the values of fair play, respect for opponents, and the need for teamwork through their drills and friendly matches, essential to football training for kids.
  • Physical Fitness – Football training improves endurance, strength, flexibility, and agility which contributes to overall fitness on football fields.
A group of boys in Orchids school uniform playing football on the ground, showcasing teamwork & enthusiasm.

Nursery, K1, K2

  • Basic Dribbling – Children learn to control the ball with their feet through football coaching, which enhances coordination and confidence.
  • Kicking Skills – Participants practice putting power behind a kick, perfecting accuracy and improving motor skills, fostering early player development.
  • Listening and Teamwork – Systematic exercises focused on instructing children about the importance of following instructions, working together in teams, fair play, all of which are a big part of a football club.
  • Self-Confidence – Focus on the small victories so children feel confident and look forward to the game as football coaching through schools with football coaching..
Boys in Orchids school uniform playing football on the field, showcasing their skills and teamwork during an exciting match.

Grade 3-5

  • More Advanced Dribbling and Passing — Pupils discover how to beat players and play precise passes, which are both required in high school football.
  • Tactical Awareness - The different techniques, positions and work ethics of a game are taught, thus broadening the knowledge of students on football tournaments.
  • Leadership and Responsibility– Older students coach their younger counterparts, instilling discipline and leadership skills fundamental to any football team.
  • Goal Setting – Encourages pupils to set individual and team goals to enhance their abilities and perform more successfully in inter-school football tournaments.
A young boy in a red shirt performing an acrobatic kick with a blue soccer ball while playing outdoors, with friends watching in the background.

Class 1-2

  • Ball Control – The ability to receive and control the ball effectively, including first touch and close control.
  • Fundamentals of a Match – Teaches the students about game strategies, player spacing and teamwork by preparing them in a skill set for inter-school football tournaments.
  • Sportsmanship and Respect – Teaches the values of fair play, respect for opponents, and the need for teamwork through their drills and friendly matches, essential to football training for kids.
  • Physical Fitness – Football training improves endurance, strength, flexibility, and agility which contributes to overall fitness on football fields.

Our Football Lab Setup

Group of boys playing football on the school field at Orchids, enjoying an energetic match with teamwork & enthusiasm.

Well, Orchids The International School provides all-rounded football training for kids, delivered by certified coaches who use modern training infrastructure and skill-oriented programs

  • Expert Coaching & Mentorship – Trained football coaches offer a well-structured curriculum that focuses on technical skills, tactics and fitness, making it one of the best schools for football.
  • State-of-the-Art Football Infrastructure– Advanced football fields, goalposts, and, practice equipment provide professional-level practice at schools with football grounds.
  • Participation in Competitive Tournaments – Students participate in inter-school football tournaments, district, and national-level competitions to gain real-game experience.
  • Emphasis on Teamwork & Sportsmanship – Training cultivates discipline, leadership, and teamwork, creating more developed student-athletes for high school football.

Explore the Football Activity

Football Activity

Exciting Football Activity at Orchids School

Football Activity

Students Engaging in a Fun Football Activity

Football Activity

Explore the Exciting Football Activity at Orchids School

Football Activity

Explore the Football Activity at Orchids School

Football Activity

Thrilling Football Match at Orchids School – Teamwork in Action

Football Activity

Exciting Football Game at Orchids School – Students in Action

Frequently Asked Questions

Orchids The International School offers elite sports training, including football, guided by experienced coaches. Notably, they have partnered with Bhaichung Bhutia's 'Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools' to enhance their football program. Additionally, Elroy Pereira has been appointed as the Assistant Coach/Manager of the Thane District Senior Men's Team, indicating his involvement in football coaching within the school. While specific details about the head football coach are not publicly available, these affiliations reflect the school's commitment to providing quality football training.

No, not all students at Orchids International School are required to play football. The school offers a diverse range of sports and extracurricular activities, allowing students to choose based on their interests. While physical education is an essential part of the curriculum, participation in specific sports like football is usually optional. Orchids encourages students to explore various athletic activities, including basketball, cricket, swimming, and more. The focus is on holistic development rather than mandatory participation in a single sport. However, football might be part of school tournaments or club activities for those interested. Students can engage in sports based on their preference and aptitude.

Here are the sports available at Orchids The International School other than football:

  1. Basketball

  2. Cricket

  3. Badminton

  4. Athletics (Running, Jumping, etc.)

  5. Gymnastics

  6. Obstacle Courses & Relay Races

  7. Swimming

  8. Martial Arts

These sports help students develop physical fitness, teamwork, and discipline.

Orchids footballers can participate in various prestigious tournaments at different levels. They can compete in local school leagues, district and state-level championships, and national inter-school tournaments. Additionally, they may take part in AIFF (All India Football Federation) youth tournaments and CBSE/ICSE school football competitions. Some talented players might get opportunities in international school football events and age-category club tournaments. If affiliated with a professional academy, they can also play in youth leagues like the Reliance Foundation Youth Sports (RFYS) League. Their participation depends on skill level, team eligibility, and tournament invitations.

Orchids The International School emphasizes the importance of sports in student development and offers a variety of athletic programs, including football, across its campuses. While many branches are equipped with football facilities, the availability of dedicated football grounds may vary by location. For instance, the Gurugram (Sector 56) branch features "ClayGrounds By Plaza," a facility offering 5v5 football on turf. Additionally, the school showcases football activities at various campuses, such as the Bannerghatta branch. However, specific details about football grounds at all branches are not readily available. For precise information, it's advisable to contact the respective branch directly

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