Often times, it can be hard for a kid with ADHD to get involved in sports. Many sports require the ability to completely concentrate and stay focused. As well, certain sports may require that the child remain calm and quiet in many instances. However there are a variety of different sports that can be ideal for a child with ADHD.



An excellent choice for someone with ADHD is team sports. One example of a good sport for a kid with ADHD would be soccer. A lot of running and the need to work together with other teammates is needed to play soccer. In a child that experiences the hyperactivity side of ADHD, a sport that involves running is a great way to burn off the excessive energy.

Running and track are other great sports for kids suffering with ADHD. Again, the idea behind this is that the kids can run and burn off excessive energy. They also do not have to use a lot of concentration in such sports.

An excellent sport for a child who has been diagnosed with ADHD is hockey. Hockey requires a lot of action and is a fast paced game. In the average hockey game, there is very little down time in which the kids need to remain calm and quiet.

Karate is a sport that is good for someone with ADHD. Karate not only gives the child the ability to burn off some of his excess frustrations, it also gives the child the ability to learn discipline and structure. Structure is extremely important in a child with ADHD.

In little kids, t-ball is a poor choice for someone with ADHD. Waiting your turn to bat is extremely hard for any little one. However, if you add in the ADHD factor, it becomes nearly impossible. Once the child is placed in the outfield, his attention will drift off even further, since there is often very little activity out there.

Golf would be another sport that is not necessarily a good choice for someone who has been diagnosed with ADHD. The ability to remain calm and quiet throughout the game is needed in golf. This is often a difficult task for a child with ADHD.

Kids with ADHD and sports can go hand in hand with some careful planning. It is important that if your son or daughter has been diagnosed with ADHD, then you find a sport that fits with their particular personality. If at first you do not find a sport that is a perfect fit, do not give up hope. Simply try additional sports, until you find the perfect one. Sports give all children, especially those with ADHD, the ability to burn off the excess energy and stress they often carry with them.