Christmas x Basketball Games

This festive resource provides coaches and teachers with seven engaging, easy-to-run Christmas-themed basketball games designed to develop fundamental skills while keeping children active, excited, and immersed in the holiday spirit. Each activity blends core basketball techniques—dribbling, passing, shooting, teamwork, agility—with fun, imaginative Christmas elements that make sessions memorable and enjoyable for young players.

The games are suitable for ages 5–12, adaptable for different group sizes, and require minimal setup using standard sports equipment plus optional festive props. Whether used in PE lessons, after-school clubs, or holiday camps, this resource offers a variety of skill-focused activities that can be delivered individually or combined to create a full themed session.

Included Games:

Santa’s Sleigh Relay – A fast-paced dribbling relay that encourages control, speed, and teamwork as children guide their “sleigh” down the court and back.

North Pole Shooting Challenge – A multi-station shooting activity where players score points from festive-themed spots such as “Elf Village” and “Snow Field.”

Gift Delivery – A cooperative passing game where children work together to deliver “presents” into targets using chest and bounce passes.

Reindeer Tag – A lively movement game that builds agility and ball-handling as players avoid taggers while dribbling.

Snowball Knockout – An exciting knock-out style dribbling game that develops spatial awareness and quick reactions.

Elf Workshop Skill Stations – A circuit of Christmas-themed stations covering dribbling, passing, shooting, and footwork in a fun, imaginative format.

12 Days of Christmas Challenge – A progressive team-based challenge inspired by the classic song, helping children practise a range of skills while working together.

This resource is perfect for bringing festive energy into basketball sessions, supporting skill progression while ensuring children stay motivated and have fun. It encourages creativity, positive participation, and a love for sport during the holiday season.