Some wonder how vital the athletic portion of an educational facility is. Does education and sports truly work together in harmony, or is one department more important than the other? The truth is that both athletic and academic performance are critical components of a balanced, empowered education. Not only can sports enhance the way a student interacts with their school, but key concepts and core principles are taught through athletic training and structured competition.
Studies show that the results can be truly inspiring when academics and athletics combine. Sports like swimming, tennis, cricket, basketball, football, track & field, and squash have been classically featured in leading academic institutions worldwide. Many leading colleges and academic institutions around the globe are built around their athletic departments. At Corvuss, various sports programs are offered in tandem with advanced athletic science curricula and US-accredited academics to empower students for all future endeavors!
Athleticism and Education Combine to Empower the Next Generation
Athletic performance is good for the mind and body. In many cases, athletics and sports performance training work to equip students with critical tools for success. These tools for success include but are not limited to dedication, persistence, patience, teamwork, self-control, and perseverance. Read about the benefits of playing regular sports here.
Moreover, education is what empowers the next generation! Sports can bring entire nations together. When combined, these dynamic forces hold great appeal for athletic and academic departments alike.
Indeed, athletics and education have gone hand-in-hand for generations. Through the centuries, young minds and bodies have been shaped and sculpted to achieve an ideal physical and mental precision balance. The momentum, energy, potential, torque, and velocity of athletic movements combine with mathematical concepts To create a harmonious union of intellect in motion.
School Sports Foster a Sense of Community and Provide Balance
School-organized sports are one of the most memorable parts of the academic experience for so many students. Not to mention, most schools have sports embedded in the very curriculum they teach. Sports and science naturally collaborate in an academic setting, from the importance of physical health and activity to human anatomy.
The importance of implementing sports in any educational facility should not be overlooked. Athletic programs can be used to further the success of youth development in various ways. Sports have been an integral part of the curriculum in India since 1984. This was when the Indian National Sports Policy recommended adding sports and physical education to school curriculums. The same rings true in other countries like the US and the UK.
National Sports Policy adjustments in 2011 emphasized the critical nature and impact of sports in the world of education. Sports can promote productivity and foster harmonious social interactions in an educational setting. Athletic activities provide an enjoyable environment for students to engage in a range of activities. As such, student-athletes tend to have healthier eating habits, decreased anxiety, lower levels of depression, and higher levels of cardiovascular health.
Academic and Athletic Excellence Combine at Corvuss American Academy
For academic excellence that extends beyond the classroom and into the realm of athletic performance, one should look no further than Corvuss American Academy. Corvuss is an international American Academy that offers an American curriculum.
At Corvuss, students are prepared for the future through education and sports performance. With critical skills and an extensive knowledge base fostered at Corvuss American Academy, young adults are given the skills needed to thrive in American universities. Both the academic and athletic facilities at Corvuss empower youth in many ways, and this allows them to open new doors and pursue a brighter international future.
Superior US Prep School Academics
At Corvuss, students are taught the US curriculum. This US Curriculum is based on the most highly emphasized American Common Core State Standards for Math, History, Geography, English Language Arts, and Next Generation Science Standards.
After months of research and debate, this flexible curriculum was established by the staff at Corvus. Academic advisors from acclaimed athletic academic institutions in Princeton, NJ were consulted to ensure the best curriculum would be established.
Although many other international curriculums are robust, they can be rigid and inflexible. The US prep school curriculum at Corvuss offers innovative maneuverability and allows for flexible outcomes that student-athletes can capitalize on. In this way, students can focus on academics and training simultaneously.
The Corvuss US curriculum creates better health, nutrition, learning, and strength conditioning environment. All of this, without excessive pressure or rigid time frames. While the academic requirements at Corvuss US prep school are rigid, they work in tandem with training and sports for the ideal balance of physical and mental achievement.
Students who successfully meet the required standards are awarded a Diploma and assigned a GPA, or Grade Point Average. Grade point averages are scores based on the high school performance of each student. The GPA considers midterm exams, final exams, tests, essays, homework assignments, quizzes, group work, attendance, projects, and classroom participation.
Our Sports Academy Features Immersive Sports Science and Athletic Training Programs
Corvuss Sports Academy is thrilled to provide students with the opportunity to excel through elite training programs and structured team sports. From the swim academy to the track & field programs, there is a place for every student to succeed.
Through our onsite Sports Science Center, students can reap the benefits of Strength & Conditioning, Physiotherapy & Rehab, and Nutrition. These key components of physical performance work together for a better state of being. By obtaining relevant information about each individual student-athlete, customized holistic training plans are developed and implemented to help each athlete achieve their unique goals.
Swim Academy
Corvuss Sports Academy offers a superior swim program in which former British national champions and Olympic competitors Matthew O’Connor and James Parrak have developed an advanced curriculum that equips junior athletes with the tools necessitated for success. The program is lead by coach Alex Salte Hagenes, who won over 100 metals in junior and senior nationals and several gold medals in the Nordic championships during his time as a competitive swimmer. In 2014, he began his career as a top-rated swim coach.
With video recording equipment for real-time performance feedback and an Olympic-sized swimming pool, students have the chance to fine-tune their performance and push their physical limits. Our swimming camps are ideal for those looking to learn new techniques or hone their skills.
Tennis Academy
The tennis facilities at Corvuss feature three outdoor courts, high-speed video recording equipment, and coaching studios for review sessions. Tennis camps and a specialized curriculum focused on tennis are also offered. Professional tennis coach Scott Mitchell instills the core concepts of the Premier Tennis Academy Development program in his role at Corvuss.
Tennis coach Ryan, a native of Johannesburg, was a top 50 ranked junior tennis player who competed on the ITF circuit throughout Africa and Europe. Before joining Corvuss American Academy, Ryan was the Director of Tennis at Bonnie Briar Country Club and opened his own tennis training club in Marbella, Spain.
Additionally, a Junior Development Program is available for the comprehensive development of students 12 and under. Evolution Kids Tennis is then followed by the Premier Tennis Academy program. Also, a PTA Junior Development Program is available. This program is built on a foundation of steady progressions toward excellence. Each tennis program focuses on specific competition tactics, instructions, social interactions, and ample practice opportunities.
Strength and Conditioning Programs
Each training program has been carefully structured to implement the latest techniques and advanced regimens for maximum physical and mental development. Each student is worked with on a one-on-one basis to ensure their physical muscular development will be targeted and optimized for the best possible results. Rigorous fitness programs are followed carefully with the guidance of Strength & Conditioning Head Coach Ms. Chetna Mulchandani. Conditioning and strength training is conducted in a 4000 sq ft gym and outdoor facilities.
