6.1 - Concepts of Physical Activity and Sport

Question 1

Define physical recreation?

Answer 1

The active aspect of leisure

- Leisure time is free which can be spent actively or passively.

Question 2

Name the key characteristics of physical recreation?

Answer 2

• It is fun, enjoyable, non-serious, informal in nature so winning is not important, about taking part
• Physically energetic I.e involves effort
• Participating is a matter of ‘choice’ (voluntary)
• Flexible in nature
• It’s self-officiated/self-regulated
• Tends to involve adults at the participation level of the sporting development continuum

Question 3

What’s the memory tool for the benefits of physical recreation and define it?

Answer 3

SSSSS

S - develop self confidence/self esteem via a sense of achievement
S - stress reduction occurs
S - Skills develop/fitness increases as a result of taking part in physical recreation activities
S - Social skills improve
S - Sense of fun/enjoyment is gained

Question 4

Name ways in which physical recreation benefits society?

Answer 4

• Increased health and fitness helps reduce the strain on the NHS and lowers obesity rates
• If more individuals from different social communities join clubs and socially interact, it can help increase 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 to participate
• A more positive use of free time increases social control and decreases crime statistics
• Can lead to more individuals potentially progressing through to performance/elite levels

Question 5

What’s the memory tool for the key characteristics of sport and define them?

Answer 5

SPORT

S - Serious/competitive - ‘win at all costs’ attitude (strategies and tactics are used)
P - Prowess - high skill levels, particularly by professionals (specialist equipment is used)
O - Organised - sport has rules/regulations (officials etc)
R - Rewards - available for winning (extrinsic) and intrinsic satisfaction (trophies, praise etc)
T - Time and space restrictions apply (set time limits / boundaries)

Question 6

What is the memory tool for the benefits of sports participation for society and define them?

Answer 6

SSSEEE

S - Strain on NHS is reduced
S - Social control is increased
S - Social integration is increased, along with community cohesion/moral
E - Employment opportunities increase
E - Economic benefits result
E - Equality of opportunity via ‘sports participation’ for all

Question 7

What is the key characteristics of Physical Education (PE)?

Answer 7

• It is compulsory
• It involves formally taught lessons
• It has four key stages as part of the National Curriculum for ages 5-16
• It begins at primary school ‘foundation level’
• Teachers are in charge and deliver lessons
• Lessons are pre-planned; it is highly structured
• It is in school time

Question 8

What are the objectives of making the national curriculum PE compulsory?

Answer 8

• Mental skills
• Physical Skills
• Self esteem
• Health and fitness
• Leadership
• Active leisure
• Social skills

Question 9

What are the benefits that come with Outdoor and Adventurous Activities (OAA)?

Answer 9

• Awareness of safety - perceived risk only
• Teamwork
• Knowledge of/respect for natural environment
• Self discovery/self esteem
• Leadership skills
• Social/communication skills

Question 10

What’s the memory tool for outdoor education and define them?

Answer 10

LEADS

L - Leadership skills
E - Excitement/adrenaline rush
A - Appreciation of natural environment
D - Decision making
S - Social skills/self esteem

Question 11

What are the problems PE departments face with offering outdoor education as a curriculum?

Answer 11

• A lack of time (time in the curriculum)
• A lack of money (high costs of specialty equipment)
• Lack of qualified or motivated staff