6.1 Concepts Of Physcial Actovity And Sport Flashcards
What is physical recreation?
The aspect of leisure.
What are the key characteristics of physical recreation?
-It is fun, enjoyable, non-serious and informal in nature.
-It is physically energetic.
-Participating is a matter of ‘choice’.
-It tends to involve adults at the ‘participation level’ of the sporting development continuum.
-It is flexible in nature.
-It is self-officiated/self-regulated.
What are the benefits of physical recreation for an individual?
-Increased health and fitness
-Helps develop physical skills
-Leads to sense of achievement and increased self-esteem/confidence
-Stress relief
-Socialise
-Fun and enjoyment
-Ensure the longevity of physical activity
What are the benefits of physical recreation for society?
-Increased health and fitness helps reduce the strain on the NHS and lowers obesity rates.
-Individuals from different communities social interacting, helps improve social integration and improve community cohesion.
-This can lead to an increase in employment and economic benefits when more people use facilities and buy equipment.
-A more positive use of free time = social control and decreases crime stats.
If increased skill levels occur at participation, could lead performers to elite levels.
What does SPORT stand for?
S-Serious/competitive
P-Prowess
O-Organised
R-Rewards
T-Time and space
What are the functions of sport for society (SSSEEE)?
-Strain on NHS is reduced
-Social control ^
-Social integration + community cohesion ^
-Employment opportunities ^
-Economic benefits
-Equality of participation
What are the functions of sport to an individual?
- ^ Health + fitness / physical skill levels
- ^ self-confidence
- Develops positive sporting morals
- Positive use of free time
- ^ social opportunities
What are the key characteristics of PE?
-Compulsory
-Formally taught lessons
-4 key stages (National Curriculum 5-16)
-Begins at primary
-Teachers are in charge
-Highly structured (pre-planned)
-In school times
What are the functions of PE to the individual?
-Development of health + fitness
-Positive attitudes = continuation of healthy lifestyles
-Development of physical, personal + social skills
-Improve problem solving, decision making + creativity
-Develops self analysis skills
What are the functions of PE to society?
-Development of personal + social skills
-Develops positive sporting ethics
-Better health = less strain on NHS
-Deterrent from smoking
-Encourages life long participation
Define outdoor education
Activities which take place in the natural environment and utilise nature.
What are the functions of Outdoor Education?
-Teamwork
-Leadership skills
-Social skills
-Self-esteem
-Respect/knowledge of natural environment
-Awareness of safety
