Under the August sky of 1905, in the quiet lanes of Allahabad, a young boy chased a hockey ball under the silver glow of the moon. That boy was Major Dhyan Chand, destined to be immortalised as the ‘Wizard of Hockey.’
Today, every 29th of August, as National Sports Day marks his phenomenal legacy, Helios International School, listed in the top CBSE Schools in Pune, ignites that same spark in its students: the spark that transforms effort into excellence, passion into purpose, and dreams into reality.
Why Sports Matter in a Student’s Life
Better Physical & Mental Health:
Studies show that less than 30% of Indian adolescents engage in the recommended 60 minutes of daily physical activity, highlighting the need for structured sports programs in schools. By offering access to multiple sporty pursuits, Helios International School strives to outshine the norm.
Proven Benefits:
Research shows that organized sports participation contributes to increased self-confidence, discipline, resilience, and helps keep students away from negative behaviors.
Long-Term Impact:
Teens involved in sports report significantly better self-rated health and mental outcomes by their mid-20s, compared to those who don’t participate.
Social & Academic Uplift:
Sports serve as a powerful catalyst for youth empowerment, equipping young individuals with leadership, teamwork, and community connection.
“Sport teaches you character, it teaches you to play by the rules, it teaches you what it feels like to win and lose—it teaches you about life.”
Sports at Helios International School
We pride ourselves on offering 7+ sports (Football, Basketball, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Net Cricket, Chess, Skating) with experienced coaches and well-equipped facilities. Each one teaches something unique:
- Football – Encourages teamwork, agility, and endurance.
- Basketball – Develops quick decision-making, coordination, and leadership skills.
- Gymnastics – Improves balance, flexibility, and confidence in movement.
- Martial Arts – Teaches discipline, focus, and self-defense.
- Net Cricket – Builds precision, strategy, and patience.
- Chess – Enhances concentration, planning, and logical thinking.
- Skating – Improves balance, coordination, and confidence.
Through inter-house competitions, inter-school meets, and personalised coaching, every student is encouraged to discover and thrive in their sport of choice.
To sum it up
At Helios International, one of the leading CBSE schools in Pune, we believe that sports are not just activities, but a vital part of education. While academics shape the intellect, sports nurture the body, spirit, and character of every student.
On this National Sports Day, Helios International reaffirms its commitment to developing strong bodies, focused minds, and resilient spirits. Beyond academics, we ensure that every learner experiences the true transformative power of sport.