Concept of physical activity and sport Flashcards
What are the characteristics of Sport?
- highly structured
- rewards are given
- competitive
- set rules
- serious in nature
- high skill level
When does Sport occur?
At set times
- at training
- matches at organised times
What are the individual benefits of Sport?
- improved health + fitness
- more social opportunities
- develop sportsmanship, fair play, moral attitude
What is physical recreation ?
the ‘active’ aspect of leisure
- is available to all
- emphasis on participation w/o winning
When does physical recreation occur?
Whenever you choose , in leisure time
What is leisure?
free time in which the individual can choose what to do
can be active or passive
What are the key characteristics of physical recreation?
- fun, non serious
- flexible in nature
- voluntary
- effort is applied
- self- officiated
What are the individual benefits of physical recreation?
- fun
- develops social skills
- improves health
- improves self- confidence
What is school sport?
- sport for those chosen who perform at a higher level within a school setting
- for higher ability children
When does school sport occur?
after school, lunch time, before school
What is physical education?
compulsory, formally planned + taught curriculum lessons designed to increase knowledge + values through physical activity
What are the characteristics of physical education?
- compulsory
- formally taught lessons
- begins in primary school
- lessons are pre-planned
- 4 key stages
What is outdoor education?
activities taking place in the natural environment + utilise natural resources such as mountains
What is the aim of outdoor eductaion?
- improve leadership
- encourage excitement/ adreleine
- help children appreciate environment
- improve decsion making
- improve social skills
What is the foundation level of sporting development?
First introduction to physical activity e.g grassroots
