DAA offers a robust extra-curricular program, at all levels. This includes sports teams across different age levels, classroom instruction activities, activities offered by DAA teachers (free of charge) as well as external providers (ESM) who provide paid programs.
We would like to take this opportunity to wish you a wonderful summer holiday, and that you look forward to the upcoming school year 2024-25.
We look forward to you getting involved in a great program.
The Athletics and Activities Department
DAA participates in an athletic league with 7 other schools from Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This is offered to all girls and boys in grades 2 to 5 and is open to any student whatever their level of ability. The sports offered are as follows:
Season 1: Soccer (Grades 2-5) and Golf (Grade 5 only)
Season 2: Badminton and Track and Field
Season 3: Basketball and Teeball *(only for Grades 4 & 5)
Students can try out for U14 Athletic teams, which participate in the EAC (Emirates Athletic Conference, whose member schools include 7 other schools in Dubai and Abu Dhabi).
Students who are not selected for the U14 teams are able to develop their skills in our Development League for the following sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer and Badminton.
Our Junior Varsity and Varsity Athletics and Activities teams also compete in the EAC.
Athletes are further selected to compete in MESAC (Middle East South Asia Conference), of which DAA is a proud member. MESAC Competitions provide amazing experiences for our students, as they travel and compete as a team for DAA. DAA is a very competitive school within EAC and MESAC, and we highly value and recognize our players and coaches for their accomplishments at this level.
The Athletics and Activities for each season are as follows:
Middle School and High School Athletics and Activities:
Season 1 – Volleyball, Golf, Swimming, Academic Games and Dance/Spirit Squad
Season 2 – Basketball, Soccer, Cross-Country, Tennis, Senior Fine Arts and Wrestling
Season 3 – Badminton, Track & Field, Baseball, Softball, Forensics and Junior Fine Arts.
*Students who have joined mid-season can inquire directly with the Athletics and Activities office.
Swim Squads at DAA (Grades 2-12)
At DAA, our students have an opportunity to join one of our swim squads, from grade 2 to 12. In order to be selected to represent DAA, swimmers need to participate at the tryout sessions as designated below.
The following divisions represent DAA in local and sometimes international competitions:
Grade 10-12: Varsity
Grade 8 -10: Junior Varsity
Grades 6-8: U14
Grade 3-5: Junior Swimming Squad
Grade 2: Development squad
These activities are included in tuition fees (unless otherwise specified)
KG2 - Grade 8 students: Two terms of activities for elementary students. Schedules of activities and the link to register are emailed to parents.
High School Internal activities are student-led as students are invited to create and run their own clubs under the supervision of the teacher, and sign up during our Club Fair in September.
External After School Activities (ASAs) are activities which are offered by outside providers, for which parents pay a fee. These fees are determined and handled by the outside provider, either East Sports Management (ESM) or Delta and not by DAA.
ESM provides many different athletic opportunities for our students, both directly after school but also evening and weekend sessions. Delta provides many academic and classroom based activities, including language and arts programs directly after school. For further information regarding External ASAs it is best to contact ESM or Delta directly.
Please check our SPOTS Newsletter or below for the latest ESM run holiday camps and activities on offer.
Join us and discover the magic of our multi-activity holiday camp!
At ESM Camps we believe that spring should be all about fun, friends and plenty of exciting activities!
Take advantage of the Early Bird Discount offer which runs until the 11th of June 2024.
Register for a full week and receive a discount of 30% (AED630/week after discount) *Ts & Cs apply.
Single transactions only.
Weekly bookings only.
No sibling discount on early bird offers.
No discount on STS bus service.
No discount codes needed – just register and receive our early bird offer!
To register CLICK HERE
For more information, please contact holidaycamp@esm.ae or WhatsApp us on +971 50 3611547.
ESM: www.esm.ae
Contact: Jay Raj / Email: Jay.k@esm.ae
We are excited to share that ESM will host the English Language Learner (ELL) Programme this summer.
The ESM English Language Programme is designed for students aged 4 to 14 whose first language is not English. The programme is designed to provide students with comprehensive language support tailored to their individual needs. Whether your child is a beginner or looking to further enhance their English skills, our experienced GEMS native English speakers will provide personalized instruction to help them succeed. Through engaging activities, interactive lessons, and immersive experiences, your child will build confidence in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension. They will also learn new grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills appropriate to their level of need and ability.
Locations:
GEMS Dubai American Academy – Location Map
Weekly fee: AED1,575, 5 days, 8:30am-12:30pm, Monday-Friday.
Dates:
Week 1: 8th - 12th July 2024
Week 2: 15th - 19th July 2024
Week 3: 22nd – 26th July 2024
Week 4: 29th July – 2nd August 2024
Week 5: 5th – 9th August 2024
Week 6: 12th – 16th August 2024
If you wish to enroll them in the ESM English Language Summer Programmme and secure a spot, please contact enrichment@esm.ae or call ESM on 052 5509676.