Social cultural and ethical influences 1 Flashcards
Leisure and recreation Growth in leisure activities Sports development pyramid
Leisure and recreation
What is leisure time
Time spent away from work and free from obligation
What is physical recreation
Physical activity that promotes health, relaxation and enjoyment
What does the word play mean
To take part in a sport or activity for enjoyment
What does the word sport mean
Activity that involves physical extortion against another team
How does age influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
Old people may play sports that are less demanding, whereas young people will play sports that are more demanding as the body is able to cope
How does interets influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
You are most likely to take part in sports you are interested in. If you like outdoors, You may prefer cycling over bowling
How does social circumstances influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
Some activities are expensive such as golf. If you are unable to afford these activities you will find other activities
How does family influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
If your parents show encouragement in the sport you play and want to take you to and from these activities you are most likely to participate in these activites
How does peers influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
If you have friends who have similar interests you are most likely to participate in the activity together behaving in similar ways
How does facilities available influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
If you are unable to access facilities easily, this will make you find a different activity to participate in which is more accesible
How does where you live influence what recreational activities people do in leisure time
Depending on what environment you are exposed to. If you live in a area with lots of snow, ski jumping will be more easily accessible rather than a sport which is more accessible in hotter countries.
Growth in leisure activities
What are factors that influence growth in leisure activities
Increase in leisure time Advances in technology More facilities Wider media coverage Reduced cost of equipment
What are the levels in the sports development pyramid
Elite
Performance
Participation
Foundation
What is the elite level
Involves performers at the highest level
Very few people reach this level
High levels of support given to prepare performers
Most likely their paid job
What is the foundation level
Usually the first time people come in contact with the sport
All about having fun
Mass participation in activities
Usually beginners and younger people
What is the participation level
Usually plying with friends who also enjoy the sport
More structured environment that foundation
Usually make choices on what sport they choose to pursue
What is the performance level
Usually when concentrating on 1 or 2 sports
Develop specific kills
Training and competition becomes more regular
More about being competitive than having fun
