Sports and Athletics

Sports and Athletics

Three tracks, from after-school clubs to the TUSKERS Sports Academy

BASIS TUSKERS basketball players in front of the Home of the Tuskers banner

Sports at BASIS International School Bangkok run on three tracks: after-school activities, the TUSKERS Sports Academy, and Seasonal Sport Clubs. After-school activities are open to students from Early Years through Grade 12, while the Academy and Seasonal Sport Clubs give keen athletes a competitive pathway. Students can train in swimming, football, basketball, badminton, volleyball, tennis, table tennis, taekwondo, gymnastics, and muay thai. Most sessions are led by specialist coaches.

We treat athletics as part of a full education. Alongside the sport itself, students build discipline, teamwork, and the confidence that comes from steady progress.

BASIS International School Bangkok students taking part in football on sports day

At a glance

  • Ages: Early Years through Grade 12
  • Sports offered: badminton, basketball, football, swimming, tennis, table tennis, taekwondo, gymnastics and muay thai, with volleyball offered seasonally
  • Competitive pathway: TUSKERS Sports Academy and Seasonal Sport Clubs, with squads from Under 9 to Under 15
  • Coaching: specialist coaches, with several sports run alongside external academies
  • Key facilities: 25 meter competition pool, 1,600 square meter indoor sports complex, more than 12 rai of fields, 500 meter cross-country track and a gymnastics room
  • Sign-up: each term through the Extracurricular and Sports Academy catalogs

How sports work at BASIS Bangkok

There are three ways to take part, and they sit side by side. Students can join one or more.

After-school activitiesOpen to a wide range of ages and abilities, running each term as part of our extracurricular program.

TUSKERS Sports AcademyAge-based squads with specialist coaching and travel to matches at other schools.

Seasonal Sport ClubsSports that run with the school calendar, including volleyball.

Sports we offer

The list below is a sample. Specific teams and sessions change by season and age group.

A BASIS International School Bangkok student swimming front crawl in the 25 meter competition pool

Swimming

Our 25 meter competition pool and a separate learning pool give students the right water for every stage. Lessons follow the Swim England framework and the TUSKERS Learn to Swim awards, and the TUSKERS Swimming Academy takes it further for competitive training.

BASIS International School Bangkok students playing football on the outdoor field

Football (Soccer)

One of our most popular sports, played on our outdoor fields. The TUSKERS Football Academy trains across the Under 9 to Under 15 age groups, with practice games during the week. Younger students start with sessions that build ball control and a feel for the game.

BASIS TUSKERS basketball players during an indoor game

Basketball

Played year round in our air-conditioned indoor sports complex. The TUSKERS Basketball Academy groups players into Under 9, Under 11, Under 13 and Under 15 squads for skills, conditioning and games against other schools.

BASIS International School Bangkok students playing badminton in the indoor sports complex

Badminton

Played indoors, so heat and rain never stop a session. Students work on footwork, racket control and match play in groups set by age and ability, with the TUSKERS Badminton Academy for players who want to compete.

A BASIS International School Bangkok student hitting a backhand on the tennis court

Tennis

The tennis club is overseen by professional players. Students learn strokes, footwork and match play in small, ability-based groups.

BASIS International School Bangkok students playing table tennis indoors

Table tennis

Runs through the TUSKERS Table Tennis Academy. Training covers technique, footwork and match play, with separate groups for beginners and intermediate players.

A BASIS International School Bangkok student practising a taekwondo kick with an instructor

Taekwondo

Led by professionals. Students move through belt levels while building focus, discipline and coordination, with groups set by level.

Young BASIS International School Bangkok students in the gymnastics room

Gymnastics

Takes place in our dedicated gymnastics room. Students build strength, flexibility, balance and body control through steady, progressive practice.

A BASIS International School Bangkok student training muay thai on pads with a coach

Muay thai

Offered across a range of ages. Students learn technique, fitness and discipline in a structured, well-supervised setting.

BASIS International School Bangkok students playing volleyball in the indoor sports complex

Volleyball

Volleyball runs as a Seasonal Sport Club, alongside other sports that come and go with the school calendar. Students work on teamwork, positional play and match awareness.

The TUSKERS Sports Academy explained

The TUSKERS Sports Academy is our pathway for students who want to train seriously and compete. It currently runs academies in badminton, basketball, football, swimming, and table tennis.

Each academy has specialist coaches and age-based squads from Under 9 to Under 15. Training builds technique, fitness, and game sense across a full term, and academy fees include transport to weekday matches at other schools.

A TUSKERS Football Academy training session at BASIS International School Bangkok
The 25 meter competition pool at BASIS International School Bangkok

Where our students train

  • 25 meter competition pool, plus a separate learning pool with saltwater and heated systems
  • 1,600 square meter indoor, air-conditioned sports complex for basketball, badminton and indoor training
  • More than 12 rai of outdoor fields and a 500 meter cross-country running track
  • A dedicated gymnastics room of 178.5 square meters
  • Campus-wide pre-cool fresh air system that keeps indoor spaces clean and protects students from PM 2.5

See more on our campus page.

Why sport is part of a BASIS education

Training teaches the same habits that make strong students. Students turn up, work hard, and improve week by week. On the field and in the pool, they learn to manage their time, keep going through setbacks, and win and lose with grace.

It is the same spirit our teams carry onto the field. Go TUSKERS!

BASIS International School Bangkok students racing on the track on sports day

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does BASIS International School Bangkok offer?

Sports include badminton, basketball, football, swimming, tennis, table tennis, taekwondo, gymnastics and muay thai, with volleyball among seasonal offerings. The roster changes each season and school year.

What is the TUSKERS Sports Academy?

It is the school’s competitive pathway. It currently runs academies in badminton, basketball, football, swimming and table tennis, with specialist coaches and squads from Under 9 to Under 15. Academy fees include transport to weekday matches at other schools.

Who coaches the sports programs?

Many sports are run with specialist academies and coaches, and every session is supervised by qualified staff.

What sports facilities are on campus?

A 25 meter competition pool, a separate learning pool, a 1,600 square meter indoor air-conditioned sports complex, more than 12 rai of outdoor fields, a 500 meter cross-country track and a dedicated gymnastics room.

How do students sign up for sports?

Sports and academies are listed each term in the Extracurricular and Sports Academy catalogs. Registration and current fees are available to enrolled families, and the Admissions team can help new families learn more.

Come and see a session

Book a campus tour and watch a training session or club in action on our Rama 2 campus.

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Activities change each season and school year. The full Extracurricular Catalog, with current offerings, pricing and registration, is available to enrolled families in the For Parents section of our website.