The Nakuru edition of Kids Athletics, a program under Athletics Kenya aimed at introducing children to sports at an early age and shaping them into future champions, saw a fantastic turnout as young athletes eagerly participated in a variety of exciting events.
The children competed in disciplines such as Shuttle Relay, Javelin, Compass Cross, Rope Skipping, Mo Farah Wheel Relay, Formula 1, Endurance Hurdle Relay, and Forward Squat Jump.
The event not only promoted physical fitness but also highlighted the program’s goal of nurturing talent and promoting sportsmanship from a young age.
The event featured a variety of engaging activities, including Formula 1 sprints, sack races, shuttle relays, forward squat jumps, tyre tunnel runs, tyre rolling, and rope skipping.
Children from across the country participated in the program, with representation from the Rift Valley, Nyanza, Western, Eastern, Central, and Coast regions.
Kids taking part during Kids Athletics Relays in Mombasa
The Kids Athletics Program plays a vital role in establishing a strong foundation for sports among children in Kenya, Director General Basic Education in the Ministry of Education Dr. Elyas Abdi has emphasized.
Speaking during the Athletics Kenya Kids’ Athletics Relays, which were integrated into the ongoing Junior and Primary School Term One National Games held at Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa, Dr. Abdi noted that the initiative introduces children to sports at an early age, promoting long-term athletic development.
“This program is instrumental in mentoring our young children and helping them discover and develop their talents from an early stage,” said Dr. Abdi.
Kids taking part in shuttle relays in the AK Kids Athletics at Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa
He commended Athletics Kenya and the Ministry of Education for their collaboration in sustaining talent development through the Kids Athletics Program. The initiative, which was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in 2016, reflects a joint commitment to nurturing future champions.
“It's truly inspiring to see young children showcasing their talents in these exciting events. I urge them to continue practicing what they have learned here when they return to their schools. Let them actively participate in athletics and other sports as we continue integrating sports into the education system,” he added.
Director General Ministry of Education Dr. Elyas Abdi interacting with kids as they prepare for the Kids Athletics at Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa.
The event featured a variety of engaging activities, including Formula 1 sprints, sack races, shuttle relays, forward squat jumps, tyre tunnel runs, tyre rolling, and rope skipping.
Children from across the country participated in the program, with representation from the Rift Valley, Nyanza, Western, Eastern, Central, and Coast regions.
Kids Athletics is not only crucial for early talent identification but also serve as a pipeline for developing future elite athletes, ensuring a steady continuity of sporting excellence in Kenya.
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