Opportunities at every stage

At St Charles College in Pietermaritzburg, boys are encouraged to participate fully in the sporting life of the school.

From early movement and play in the Pre-Primary years to broader competitive and specialised opportunities in the senior years, the sporting programme grows with boys as they develop confidence, skill and independence.

This page outlines the sports offered across the College, including rugby, cricket, hockey, swimming, athletics, football, basketball, tennis, squash, golf, water polo and cross country. To explore the philosophy behind sport at St Charles College, visit LoveSport.

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Growing through sport

As boys move through St Charles College, sport progresses from movement, coordination and play into more structured skill development, team participation and a wider range of sporting opportunities.

Younger boys are introduced to the joy of participation. As they mature, they are exposed to broader sporting options and given more responsibility in choosing where they want to grow.

Building confidence, fitness and skill

Sport at St Charles College is supported by the people, programmes and care that help boys develop safely and confidently.

Support areas

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Find your son’s sport

Explore the sports offered at St Charles College and see how boys are encouraged to participate, grow and discover the sports they enjoy.