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Olympic Handball in Schools: Get Started with Handball Today!

Olympic Handball is a fast-paced, exciting team sport that combines elements of soccer, basketball, and netball. It’s an excellent way for students to develop physical fitness, teamwork, and strategic thinking.

Played on a court with two teams of seven players each, the objective of handball is to score goals by throwing the ball into the opposing team’s net.

How to Play Handball in Schools

To help you get started, the IHF have created a comprehensive School Handball Guide. This guide covers everything you need to know to introduce handball in your school, from basic rules to lesson planning.

What’s in the School Handball Guide?

• Introduction to Handball: Basic rules and gameplay.
• Lesson Planning: Step-by-step guides to planning your handball sessions.
• Skills and Techniques: Drills and exercises to develop essential handball skills.
• Organizing Events: Tips on setting up school tournaments and handball festivals.
• Safety and Inclusivity: Guidelines to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all students.

For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact us at schools@olympichandball.org.

Download the Handball School Guide