Take your students' Downball experience to the next level!
What is SSV Play - Downball?
Downball incursions are designed to get all students participating and foster enthusiasm and excitement for Downball that continues into recess and lunch break fun.
Sessions aim to be fun and have a social, non-competitive focus. The Downball activities can be tailored for primary, secondary and specialist school students and will be inclusive of students from all backgrounds, genders, and abilities.
Sessions will be adapted to each year level to teach students the rules, skills, strategy and etiquette of Downball at their level of experience. These activities will be delivered at each school, within the school grounds.
All sessions will be delivered by two trained Downball Australia coaches.
How many students can participate?
SSV Play - Downball will be delivered as a one-day incursion for 100 students. This includes four one-hour sessions, with 25 students able to participate in each session.
If you are a smaller school and do not have 100 students, please consider if you can partner with another nearby school to meet this requirement. Alternatively, you can apply for Diversity Dash where no minimum student limits apply.
If you have more than 100 students, consider selecting specific classes within your school that might benefit most and fit the 100-student maximum.
At the end of the school incursion, the Downball Australia team will advise teachers on how to support students to continue downball activities in the schoolyard during recess, lunchtime or at home with family and friends.
When can we participate in SSV Play - Downball?
SSV Downball will only be delivered in Term 3 and 4 in 2023. Please note your preferred term on your Expression of Interest form.
Where is SSV Play - Downball delivered?
SSV Play - Downball will be delivered at your school in your school gym, schoolyard, or any other space that works.
How your school can get involved
Review the criteria on the SSV Play page to see if applying for SSV Play - Downball is right for your school.
Then, express your interest in one of the limited spaces for SSV Play - Downball by entering your school's details in the expression of interest form below.
SSV will be in touch if your school is selected.
Further information about Downball Australia
Who is Downball Australia? Downball Australia’s, mission is to foster a community that embodies the spirit of inclusivity, enthusiasm, and respect through the game of Downball. They believe in the power of Downball as a tool for social engagement, physical activity, and personal growth, and strive to make it accessible to all. Downball Australia is committed to encouraging every individual, regardless of age, gender, or ability.
