Sporting disciplines refer to various categories of sports that have specific rules, techniques, and objectives. These can include team sports like soccer and basketball, as well as individual sports such as tennis and swimming. Each discipline often has its own governing body that sets the standards for competition and ensures fair play. Different sporting disciplines can be further divided into subcategories, such as track and field events or combat sports like boxing and judo. Athletes typically specialize in one or more disciplines, training rigorously to improve their skills and performance in competitions, including local, national, and international events.