Concepts Of Physical Activity: OAA Flashcards
Structure: (12)
Not bound by sporting rules
Safety
Risk assessment
Highly structured
Leaders have to be qualified; specific to activity
Experienced leaders
Natural environment or adapted venue that mimics natural environment
Time restraints - has to be planned
Weather
Competitive and non competitive - escapism
Real risk
Perceived risk
Motivation (5):
Escapism - natural environment
Physical and mental challenge
Adrenaline rush
Appreciate natural environment
For the experience
Benefits to individual (7):
Decision making
Dealing with risk
Appreciate natural environment
Trust
Leadership
Communication
Cooperation
Benefits to society (5):
Relieves stress
Health and fitness
Tourism
Jobs
Eco-friendly
OAA is any type of activity that includes being outside and exploring the…
Natural environment or man made environment (adapted)
Many activities under OAA are…
High risk and involve safety equipment
OAA are different from everyday sports, they are sometimes called…
Outdoor pursuits or extreme sports
Adventure is an undertaking that involves…
Risk and may have an unknown outcome
Objective danger is danger that is not…
Under the control of the individual, such as an avalanche
Subjective danger is danger that is…
Under the control of the individual, for example the careful planning of a route to avoid hazards
Real risk is risk from the…
Environment such as a rock fall, beyond anyone’s control
Perceived risk is potential risk that an…
Individual is aware of; this adds to the sense of danger
Outdoor education is OAA in the natural environment in an…
Educational setting (school ski trip)
Outdoor recreation is OAA in the natural environment in an individual’s…
Own free time (ski trip with friends)
Features OAA and competitive sports:
Rules of competition
Scoring system
Judges and officials
Governing body to oversee sport
Extrinsic rewards
