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Sports/Activities for kids with SPD

by Amy
(Suwanee, GA)

My son has had SPD for several years and we recently signed him up to play soccer since he seems to like various sports. However, it's been a complete disaster. The soccer field makes him very overwhelmed and he makes inappropriate responses. What activities/sports are good for kids with SPD? We are going to try gymnastics. Any others?




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Feb 25, 2011
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by: Penny Boyle

HI, i have a daughter that has a hard time with group sports. She loves water so we got her started with swimming. She is now in a special needs swim team and she loves to be with the other kids but the activity is individual. She she loves the swim meets and when she gets ribbons/medals she feels really great. She is now good enough to go to State finals in the Special Olympics Games.
Aug 07, 2010
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by: Tyler's Mom

Try to find an indoor soccer school. My 6 y/o with SPD loves it! The place my son attends actually has a soccer for autism program, and although my son doesn't attend those classes the coach is familiar and can deal with the sensory issues. (Soccer is actually great for kids with SPD.)

He tried baseball and was ok with it too. We are currently attempting football which is a nightmare. He's finally ok with wearing a mouth piece and helmet but the padded pants are still driving him nuts. I'm guessing we won't make it through the first game.

Swimming is also great.

Keep fighting the good fight! You are not alone.
May 13, 2010
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by: Anonymous

My son has been taking karate since this past November and I would definitely recommend it for kids with SPD. Swimming is also good for them as well as gymnastics. Good luck!

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