4.1 social and cultural influences Flashcards
define leisure
- time spent away from work and free from obligations
- free time, which many allocate to recreational activities
define physical recreation
- physical activity or pastime that promotes
- health, relaxation, enjoyment
define sport
- activity that involves physical exertion and skill
- either as an individual or part of a team
- competing against another person or team
define play
- taking part in a sport or activity for enjoyment
- winning is not important, rules often made up/adapted
factors that influence what recreational activities people do during leisure time
- age
- interests
- social circumstances
- family influences
- peer influences
- facilities available
- area where u live
factors that influence growth in leisure activities
- inc leisure time
- adv in tech
- impr healthcare
- better health awareness
- more leisure facilities
- red. cost of equipment
- impr. travel methods
- wider media coverage
levels of sports development pyramid
- elite
- performance
- participation
- foundation
characteristics of elite level
- only highest level performers
- move from regional to national squads
- gov bodies responsible for perfomer development and provide funding
- high level of support
- sacrifices made, lifestyle revolves around training and comp
characteristics of performance level
- focus on developing performance toward elite stage
- focus on 1/2 sports
- training/comp more important and regular
characteristics of participation level
- make choices about which sports enjoy and pursue further
- organised sporting activities at clubs/leisure centre
- more structure than foundation, but enjoyment still main focus
characteristics of foundation level
- largest num of people
- beginners and younger people
- learning basic skills/fundementals
types of sponsorship
- financial support
clothing/footwear/equipment - provision of specialist facilities
advantages of sponsorship to performer/team
- funding allow to train and compete full-time
- receive best clothing/equipment
- become wealthy thru sponsorship
disadvantages of sponsorship to performer/team
- support may be withdrawn if athletes image damaged
- sponsor may go bankrupt and withdraw funding
- must perform extra duties, affecting training schedule
advantages of sponsorship to sponsor
- being linked to success: raise sponsor profile
- display brand help inc sales and revenue thru advertising
- sponsorship money generally not taxed
disadvantages of sponsorship to sponsor
- negative role models could damage sponsor image
advantages of sponsorship to sport/event
- funding to improve coaching and training facilities
- fund community schemes: inc participation
disadvantages of sponsorship to sport/event
- pressure from sponsorship lead to rule changes, affect flow of game
- minority sports may lose out as sponsors prefer high-profile sports
advantages of sponsorship to audience/spectators
- funding used to improve spectator facilities, impr viewing experience
- raise sports profile, inc media coverage, allow supporters to watch from home
disadvantages of sponsorship to audience/spectators
- sponsorship deals may cause media companies to enforce pay per view
- timings of games may change as sponsors want prime time exposure
types of media coverage
- television
- internet/social media
- radio
advantages of media coverage to performer
- place spotlight on performer, make easier to attract sponsorship
- funding, inc prize money
- develop reputation, become role models, achieve fame
disadvantages of media coverage to performer
- lack of privacy for performer and fam
- comments and behaviour can lead to fines and loss of sponsorship
advantages of media coverage to sport/event
- standards of performance improve: media funding used to develop coaching/training facilities
- improved coverage inc interest and awareness, inspire more people to attend events and participate
disadvantages of media coverage to sport/event
- may choose to watch at home: reduce attendances at events
- obsession with stats and records, distract from skills of sport
- minority sports receive less attention and funding, affecting participation and developmet
- sports may change format to suit media needs
advantages of media coverage to audience/spaectators
- develop spectator facilities of stadia, improve viewing experience
- watching from home: higher quality and insider knowledge from expert analysis
disadvantages of media coverage to audience/spectators
- pay-per-view channels costly, cant afford to follow events
- event timings altered to suit media interests, not players/fans
advantages of being a host nation
- stadia/training facilities
- home adv
- inc national pride
- imp tourism
- inc employment
- legacy implications
- infrastructure
difference between professional and amateur
use of tech in sport
- decision-making by officials
- recording time/distance
- enhancing performance
positive impact of technology on officials
positive impact of technology on performers
positive impact of technology on audience/spectators
positive impact of technology on sport/event
negative impact of technology on officials
negative impact of technology on performers
negative impact of technology on audience/spectators
negative impact of technology on sport/event
factors affecting access to physical activity
- age
- gender
- disability
- social/cultural influences
factors affecting participation
- access
- discrimination
- education
- environment/climate
- family
- financial considerations
- media coverage
- role models
- time/work commitments
strategies to increase participation
- promotion
- provision
- access
how does age influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
- old people likely to choose low intensity activities
- over more physically demanding ones
how does family influences influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
- family members may show interest in/encourage you
- to pursue certain activities
how does where u live influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
- affect activities available to u
- national culture may influence
how does social circumstances influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
- many unable to afford expensive activities
how do peer influences influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
- if peer grp approve/encourage
- more likely
how do facilities influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
- availability/standard
- influence activities able to take part in
how do interests influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
- more likely to take part in activities
- that spark interest
- vs those we care less abt
how does more leisure time influence growth of leisure activities
- more free time for rec. activities
how does technological advancement influence growth of leisure activities
- hh tech
- free up time for leisure activities
how does health awareness influence growth of leisure activities
- health benefits of exercise
- motivating to participate
how does improvement in healthcare influence growth of leisure activities
- medical procedures allow elderly/serious injury
- regain ability to exercise
how does media influence growth of leisure activities
- increase interest and participation
how does better travel methods influence growth of leisure activities
more people can access facilities
how does lower equipment costs influence growth of leisure activities
- access sports/activities
- previously couldnt afford
how do better facilities influence growth of leisure activities
improve choice and accessibility
