Concepts of Physical Activity & Sport Flashcards
What is the hierarchy of the sports development continuum?
- Elite
- Performance
- Participation
- Foundation
Where is physical recreation on the sports development continuum?
Participation
Give 3 characteristics of physical recreation
- Voluntary
- For fun/enjoyment
- Flexible (self-regulated and self-managed)
Give 3 functions of physical recreation for an individual
- Improved health and fitness
- Stress relief
- Lead to sense of achievement, therefore increased self esteem and confidence
Give 3 functions of physical recreation for a society
- Decreased crime rates
- Community cohesion (socialising)
- Reduced strain on NHS
Where is sport on the sports development continuum?
Participation/performance
Give 3 characteristics of sport
- Competitive
- Highly structured - set rules
- High commitment and skill levels
Give 3 functions of sport for an individual
- Improved health and fitness
- Develop positive sporting attitudes
- Make friends at sports clubs
Give 3 functions of sport for a society
- Employment opportunities (coaches)
- Economic benefit - people pay to play
- Reduced strain on NHS
Where is physical education on the sports development continuum?
Foundation
Give 3 characteristics of physical education
- Compulsory, in school
- Teachers are in charge
- Highly structured
Give 3 factors that influence the activities on offer within schools
- Funding
- Facilities
- Health and safety
Give 4 functions of physical education
- Develops health and fitness
- Brings about positive ethics - morality
- Encouraging life long participation
- Improves a wide range of skills due to many activities
What are 3 functions of OOA (Outdoor & Adventurous activities)
- Learning to engage with natural environment
- Learn how to perceive risk
- Improve leadership skills
What are 3 issues that PE departments face when it comes to OOA?
- Lack of time
- Lack of funding
- Health and safety concerns
What is the PE triangular model?
It states that children in PE should experience 3 elements:
- Sport (competitive teams)
- Education (national curriculum, taught lessons)
- Recreation (extra-curricular for enjoyment)
Give 3 characteristics of school sport
- Competitive
- Teachers use own specialisms to develop talents
- Extra-curricular time (choice)
State 3 benefits of participating in school sport
- Increases skill levels
- New social groups formed
- Improved decision making capabilities
Name the activities (out of the 4) that are compulsory
Physical education
Which of the activities (out of the 4) are competitive?
Sport and school sport
Which of the 4 are highly structured?
PE and sport
Which of the 4 is based on enjoyment?
Physical recreation
Which of the 4 is viewed as more task orientated?
Sport, PE, and school sport
Which of the 4 is self regulated?
Physical recreation
Which of the 4 involves commitment?
Sport and school sport
Which of the 4 offers a pathway towards elite performance?
Sport
