Overview
Gympie South caters to the children who enjoy sports. There are three components to the Sport & Phys. Ed. Program at Gympie South SS. (1) Phys. Ed. Lessons; (2) Participation in Gala Days + Representative Sport; (3) Talent ID Program. Throughout the year, all students also have involvement in Swimming, Athletics and Cross Country Carnivals. Representative opportunities through Gympie District School Sport are offered in a range of Sports and also coaching during lunch breaks and out of School time.
Phys. Ed. Lessons
All classes receive a 40 minute Phys. Ed. Lesson each week. During Terms 1 & 4 classes participate in Swimming Lessons at the School's own pool. During Term 2, each class have lessons to learn Athletics skills ready for "Athletics Week" at the end of Term. In Term 3, students cover a variety of Ball skills and Game skills.
Sport Program
The Sport Program, for students, comprises of two facets.
- Participation in Gala Days (eg Year 2/3 Rugby League; Year 4/5 Rugby League; Year 5/6 Rugby League; Rugby Union etc)
- Representative School Sport – students turning 10, 11 or 12 in the year can attend District Trials in a range of sports if they regularly participate in a sport and / or display a high skill level in a sport.
Representative Sports include - Aquathon, Athletics, AFL, Basketball, Cricket, Cross Country, Golf, Hockey, Netball, Rugby League, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Touch.
Talent ID Program
This is a Sport Extension Program for students in Years 5 - 6. Students with a high skill level, positive attitude, good work ethic in class and during Phys. Ed. lessons, and a high behaviour standard can be selected and offered a position in the Program. Each week, Talent ID students receive extra Theory & Practical Sessions (during School time) to further develop their knowledge and skills in this area. Many extra-curricular activities are also organised for these students.
Sports Carnivals
During Term 1, a Year 3 - 6 Swimming Carnival is held as well as a whole School Cross Country Carnival. At the end of Term 2, an Athletics Carnival is conducted with students having the opportunity to participate in all Primary School Athletics Events over the whole week. During Term 4, the Prep - Year 2 students have their Swimming Carnival.