Extra Curricular Activities
At The Namakkal Teachers Vidhyaashram Matric Higher Secondary School, we believe that learning goes beyond textbooks. Our extra-curricular activities are carefully designed to enhance creativity, confidence, and character among students. These programs nurture talents, encourage participation, and provide a platform for every child to grow holistically.
Dance
Students are trained in both classical and contemporary dance forms, promoting rhythm, expression, and physical fitness. Dance sessions are conducted regularly by experienced instructors and also serve as a creative outlet.
Yoga
Daily yoga and meditation sessions help students achieve better focus, inner calm, and physical flexibility. Our trained yoga teachers guide students through asanas that develop self-discipline and support emotional well-being.
Spoken English
Special emphasis is laid on improving students' fluency in English. Spoken English classes focus on vocabulary building, sentence framing, pronunciation, and confidence in public speaking.
Karate
Karate training is offered to build physical stamina, self-defense skills, and mental strength. Students are trained under professional coaches who prepare them for belt promotions and inter-school competitions.
Sports and Games
Sports play a vital role in shaping a student’s personality by instilling discipline, teamwork, and a healthy competitive spirit. At Namakkal Teachers Vidhyaashram, a wide range of sports and games are offered, along with regular coaching and inter-house competitions.
Athletics
- Long Distance Running: Enhances endurance, stamina, and determination.
- Long Jump: Builds coordination, agility, and competitive focus.
- High Jump: Encourages leg strength, technique, and timing.
Games
- Badminton: Enhances reflexes, strategic thinking, and motor skills.
- Kho-Kho: A traditional Indian sport that boosts agility, teamwork, and fitness.
- Tennikoit: Improves hand-eye coordination and precision.
- Football: Promotes teamwork, cardiovascular fitness, and strategy.
- Hockey: Teaches discipline, coordination, and fast-paced movement.
- Volleyball: Builds teamwork, upper body strength, and concentration.
- Throwball: A fast-paced team game that develops speed and cooperation.
- Cannon: A stimulating sport that enhances accuracy and group coordination.
- Gymnastics: Encourages flexibility, balance, and artistic movement.
- Pyramids: A group activity fostering strength, teamwork, and stage presence.
All sporting activities are supervised by dedicated Physical Education teachers and coaches who ensure structured training and safety. Students are encouraged to participate in inter-house, inter-school, and district-level competitions to showcase their skills.
A unique highlight of our school is the integration of yoga and meditation into the daily routine. This promotes a high level of concentration, stress-free learning, and inner discipline. Guided by efficient and service-minded instructors, students are taught traditional asanas and breathing techniques that aid both physical health and emotional resilience.