Sports
A holistic education includes plenty of time for sports and physical activity. At the Aga Khan Academy Dhaka, students enjoy dynamic sports sessions in exceptional facilities, promoting teamwork, fitness and fun.
Explore Sports at AKA Dhaka
Students have the chance to try many sports, both competitive and non-competitive. They might train in athletics, do yoga, learn martial arts or join a sports team. In later years they are able to focus on developing expertise in a few areas, taking on leadership and coaching responsibilities. AKA Dhaka’s campus features a Maidan for football, cricket and volleyball, and an indoor sports zone for table tennis.
Students enjoy a friendly game of throwball, strengthening their teamwork and coordination.
A student takes a powerful kick during football practice on the Academy’s open field.
Students participate in relay races on the Academy’s field.
Students engage in a lively volleyball game, strengthening their coordination and collaboration.
Cricket practice is in full swing – students refine their batting skills in the dedicated training nets.
Students play basketball with enthusiasm, embodying teamwork and healthy competition.
Shaping Young Leaders Through Footbal
AKA Dhaka hosted the Inter-School Football Tournament 2024–2025 from 1–2 November under the theme “Unity Through Sports”. Bringing together 15 schools, the event celebrated teamwork, resilience and fair play. Students from Grades 6–12 showcased skill and determination, while volunteers ensured smooth coordination with dedication and enthusiasm. PHE Teacher Mr Amit Ahire praised the players and organisers for their passion and teamwork. The tournament embodied the Academy’s values, uniting young athletes through friendship and sportsmanship.
Latest News on Sports
AKA Dhaka participates in basketball tournament
AKA Dhaka’s basketball team participated in a tournament at the Pledge Harbor International School in Dhaka. The event brought together student-athletes from four schools around Dhaka. One of the highlights was the three intense games where the AKA Dhaka basketball team players played against teams from older age groups.
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AKA Dhaka shines bright in chess championship
AKA Dhaka participated in the largest inter-school chess tournament of the year – Marks Active School Chess Champs – where bright young minds across 64 districts competed against each other. School-based teams initially played at the district level, with the winning teams then taking part in the divisional level.
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Strengthening learning through sports: the Academy introduces athletics programme
AKA Dhaka launched its inaugural athletics programme, marking an important step in strengthening opportunities for students to learn and grow through sports. Long valued as an integral part of education, athletics teaches students lessons in discipline, resilience, leadership and teamwork, which extends well beyond the field of play.
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