Dodgeball
What is dodgeball?
Dodgeball was first included in the School Games in 2014 and each year there are over 35,000 pupils participating in inter-school dodgeball events. British Dodgeball has been supporting SGOs and schools with training and competition delivery across numerous counties.
Dodgeball as a part of the School Games is focused on inclusion and providing more children and young people with the opportunity to be active through dodgeball. The fun dodgeball festivals celebrate the School Games values, and should be dedicated to providing all participants with a fun and engaging experience of dodgeball. The resources are aimed at teachers and SGOs, and will help support them to offer all pupils, regardless of ability, the opportunity to play and compete in dodgeball.
Find out more about how to play dodgeball formats.
Equipment needed
- Suitable indoor playing space (e.g. a badminton or volleyball-sized court)
- Foam / cloth balls (depending on age group)
Get involved
The School Games is inclusive to all young people and provides opportunities for everyone to get involved, either within school, against other local schools, or at county or regional level.
School Games Organisers
School Games Organisers (SGO) help schools coordinate appropriate competitive opportunities for all young people from Key Stage 2-4, to recruit, train and deploy a suitable workforce, and to support the development of club.
Sign up to find your local SGOSchool Games formats
Learn more about the School Games formats suitable for dodgeball competitions:
Quick and easy dodgeball activities
Be it 10-minute or lesson-length activities, we have a range of activities suitable for all ages and abilities to encourage young people to stay active throughout the day.