Iona College

Sport at Iona College is a very important aspect of the schools special character.

The philosophy behind having such an extensive sporting programme is three-fold:

• to promote an individuals desire to be physically active, lead a healthy lifestyle and strive towards fulfilling individuals potential. To foster enjoyment, social competencies, development of fitness and self-confidence through physical activity
• to provide the opportunity to participate and experience a range of sports, be active and develop a range of life-long physical and social skills
• to encourage and nurture excellence for teams and individuals

Providing the “opportunity to participate and excel” means that we have an incredible number of teams involved in competitions in an extensive range of sports

While participation in sport is compulsory for Year 7 & 8 boarders and all Year 9-12 students, we endeavour to have the flexibility within the programme to allow students to pursue excellence in sports offered outside the school and other physical activities.

The social skills gained by participating and contributing to a team are invaluable.  Additionally, the confidence gained by students to continue physical activity beyond their schooling life is worthwhile for a healthy lifestyle

Sports that are on offer at IONA College:

Students who have passion in other sporting areas are also able to pursue them in negogiation with the Sports Department. This could include such things as equestrian, small bore rifle shooting and mini stock car driving.

Mrs Ange Rathbone is the Sports’ Director at Iona College.  The Sports’ Co-ordinator is Mrs Gail Hall.  The  Sports’ Department work tirelessly to ensure the safe delivery of sport.  The 2011 Sports’ slogan is “Lift Your Game!”

Find out the local sports’ draw for Hawke’s Bay by clicking here

[Show as slideshow]