MATP®

What is MATP?
The sport can comprise of two types of activity. Firstly, skill stations where athletes take part in activities that develop mobility, dexterity, striking and kicking. Secondly, group games where participants can work with others and interact with peers to develop their skills. At the end of the training programme there is a challenge day that meets the needs of all competing athletes.
Find out more about how to run MATP events.
Equipment needed
- Any school sports equipment (e.g. rackets, cones, skittles, hoops, bean bags, etc)
- A variety of balls (e.g. foam, physio) of various colours and sizes
- Goals, ramps
- A spacious environment (e.g. sports hall)
- Upbeat music and music player
- Imagination!
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.
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Learn more about the School Games formats suitable for MATP competitions: