The British International School Abu Dhabi are members of the local ADISSA Sports League, and the international BSME organisation. Our teams participate in these tournaments as BIS Abu Dhabi Team Falcon, an identity which simultaneously reflects the heritage of our host country and our high aspirations.
ADISSA
We are committed members of ADISSA (Abu Dhabi International School Sports Association) . ADISSA organises competitive local fixtures as part of a league, and end of season tournaments, for all of its member and affiliate schools in Abu Dhabi.
Each age group has the opportunity to compete in a wide range of sports and these are organised on a termly basis. Having specific sports seasons gives our students the opportunity to participate in a variety of different sports through the school year, stimulating interest, enthusiasm and expertise and encouraging a breadth of sporting experience. Fixtures take place on a weekly basis, either at a fixed location or based on the more traditional home and away fixtures.
View ADISSA Fixtures
ADISSA Age Groups
As we enter ADISSA competitions, we have to adhere to their rules and regulations regarding students participating in their correct age groupings.
| Age Group |
Year group (for 2018) |
| Under 9 |
Year 3 and 4
|
| Under 11 |
Year 5 and 6 |
| Under 12 |
Must be 11 or under on 31st August 2018 |
| Under 14 |
Must be 13 or under on 31st August 2018 |
| Under 16 |
Must be 15 or under on 31st August 2018 |
| Under 19 |
Year 11 students that do not qualify for Under-16 can participate |
BSME games (British Schools in the Middle East)
BIS are a member of the BSME (British Schools in the Middle East) and participate in BSME Games. The BSME Games are one of the most prestigious school sport competitions in the world. This exclusive competition allows our students to compete against schools from the middle east.
Students compete in Athletics, Football, Netball, Volleyball (U15, U13) and Basketball (U11).
Team Falcon Sports Training
The department offers a wide range of co-curricular training that supports individual and team development. Each training session is led by a qualified member of staff from the school staff or outside provider.
Team Falcon Performance
Team Falcon Performance is an elite programme that offers our talented students the opportunity to have a personalised preparation specific to their needs. The programme looks at the student’s needs from a ‘holistic’ approach with its aim to improve overall performance. Team Falcon Performance operates by invite only and offers some mornings, lunchtime and after school opportunities.
Team Selection
We are very proud of our inclusive attitude to co-curricular activities here at BIS Abu Dhabi and as a result all our students have the opportunity to attend training sessions. From our training sessions squads will be selected to represent the school in competitive fixtures.
In general, the selecting of teams is based on the subjective decision of the member of staff running the team. Every year is a new opportunity for all students to prove themselves and their ability.
The basic principle is to be fair to all students and to explain the reasoning behind any decision made. Staff aim to make sure that students feel supported and always allow for opportunities to experience this form of competition whenever possible.