The Effectiveness of an Educational Program for Sports and Recreational Activities on the Personal Adaptation of Adolescent Students (Ages 13-16) in Middle School

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of an educational program for sports and recreational activities on the personal and social adaptation of adolescent students (ages 13–16) in Algerian middle schools. Utilising an experimental design, 20 pupils from Al-Salam Middle School in Chlef were assigned to an experimental group, participating in structured physical activities, and a control group, following the standard curriculum. The findings demonstrated significant improvements in motor skills, encompassing balance, speed, and coordination in the experimental group. Moreover, positive trends were observed in selfreliance, self-esteem, and social adaptation, highlighting the psychological benefits of participation in organised sports. Despite not all upgrades achieving statistical significance, the results emphasise the importance of integrating recreational sports into school curricula to foster holistic development in children. Future study should explore long-term therapy utilising larger sample sizes to validate these findings.