Flag American football is an exciting and safe way for home educated children to engage in physical activity, develop teamwork skills, and have fun!

At Kent Phoenix AFC, we understand that there are lots of reasons why children are home educated and that is why we take a holistic approach to our home education training sessions. We prioritise the mental health and wellbeing of our members, and their families, as highly as their physical health. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive club who are keen to see every player thrive, regardless of their athletic ability.

Our home educators training session was established after one of our parents, who home educates her own children, highlighted the gap for a sports club where local home educated children could come and feel part of a team. After very little persuasion, the Kent Phoenix Home Educators training sessions were established!

With this insight, we are proud to understand the delights and challenges that home education can bring and offer a bespoke training session tailored to their individual needs.

How can learning Flag American Football support your child’s education?

Integrating Flag American football into your home education curriculum can align with several educational objectives across various subject areas.

Physical Education (PE)
Physical Fitness: Enhances cardiovascular endurance, agility, and coordination.
Teamwork and Cooperation: Emphasises working together, communication, and strategic thinking.
Skill Development: Focuses on skills like passing, catching, running, and defending.

Health Education
Healthy Lifestyles: Promotes physical activity as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Safety and Injury Prevention: Teaches proper techniques to avoid injuries.

Mathematics
Statistics and Probability: Uses game statistics to teach data analysis, averages, and probability.
Geometry: Involves understanding angles and trajectories for passing and running plays.

Language
Communication Skills: Encourages effective communication and collaboration among teammates.
Writing and Reporting: Can involve writing reports or essays on games, strategies, or the history of the sport.

Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) Education
Personal Development: Builds confidence, resilience, and self-esteem through participation in sports.
Social Skills: Enhances interpersonal skills and relationships through team activities

ICT
Use of video analysis for improving techniques and strategies.

Art and Design:
Designing team logos, uniforms, and promotional materials.

When are the training sessions held?

Our Home Educators session is held on a Monday afternoon from 2.30pm -4.00pm at our home ground on Shepway Green, Maidstone.

All of the Home Educated children are also warmly welcome to join our Sunday training sessions on Sundays from 10am – 12noon at Shepway Green, Maidstone.

How much does it cost?

The first 3 sessions are free.
Club membership fees are due after your trial. Please see our subs page for more information.