Far Hills Country Day School
A co-educational Preschool–Grade 8 independent school
Athletics at Far Hills
Building Character Through Competition, Adventure, & Teamwork
Through a variety of athletic opportunities for students in Grades 5–8, students are encouraged to challenge themselves, try new experiences, and grow both on and off the field. Whether competing on a team, navigating our Ropes Course, or taking part in an Adventure Trip, every experience helps students develop resilience, leadership, and perseverance.
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The Far Hills Difference
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Team Sports
Team sports are an integral part of our athletics program, offering students the opportunity to compete, collaborate, and cultivate a strong sense of school spirit. Learn about our Team Sports options at Far Hills.
Ropes Course
Our state-of-the-art Ropes Course offers students a thrilling and safe environment to develop confidence, problem-solving skills, and trust in their peers through a variety of challenging high and low elements.
Adventure Trips
Adventure extends beyond campus with our Adventure Trips, featuring hikes through scenic trails, starlit camping, and much more, offering unique challenges for students both physically and mentally.
“Our goal in athletics is to help students grow into confident, resilient young people. Whether competing on a team, trying something new, or taking on challenges on the ropes course, every experience is designed to build character as well as skill. We emphasize effort, attitude, and teamwork as much as performance, because those qualities last far beyond athletics and into everyday life.”Ron Sansone P'13, '15Director of Athletics and Physical Education
Our Athletic Program By Grade
Preschool & Kindergarten
Devlops fine and gross motor skills while building coordination, body control, and teamwork. Through age-appropriate activities and games, students strengthen physical skills, learn to work collaboratively, and foster cooperation.
Grades 1–4
Students build on fundamental motor skills while developing coordination through sports, games, and teamwork. They also take on new challenges on the low ropes course, and in Grade 4, experience the excitement of our Mountain Bike Trail.
Grade 5
Grade 5 students build athletic skills through intramural sports, preparing them for Upper School competition while exploring a variety of sports. Adventure trips and ropes course experiences further develop confidence, teamwork, and resilience.
Grades 6–8
Students compete in interscholastic athletics while refining their skills, building teamwork, and developing sportsmanship. Alongside competitive sports, adventure trips, and ropes course experiences foster leadership, resilience, and personal growth.
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Meet the Coaches
Our coaches are more than leaders on the field—they are mentors, role models, and champions of sportsmanship. Each brings unique experience, passion, and dedication to helping our student-athletes grow in skill, confidence, and character. Get to know the coaches who inspire and guide our teams every season!