The Sports Performance Pyramid

Question 1

What is the first stage of the performance pyramid called and who does it generally consist of ?

Answer 1

• The Foundation Stage also commonly known as the grass roots.
• This stage will general contain younger children who will not understand all the rules of the game .
• Developing basic fundamental skills and movements.
• This is generally the first contact with sport and physical activity.

Question 2

What is the second stage of the sports performance pyramid called and who does it consist of ?

Answer 2

• The second stage is known as the participation stage
• consists of anyone who participates in sport regularly
• these people gain something positive from participation

Question 3

What are the main reasons for participation during the participation stage of the sports performance pyramid ?

Answer 3

• socialising
• health
• fitness
• enjoyment

Question 4

What is the third stage of the sports performance pyramid called and who does it consist of ?

Answer 4

• this stage consists of anyone who aims to improve their skills
• e.g. playing for a team and receiving coaching
• skills and attributes associated with the elite stage are demonstrated
• they become more autonomous

Question 5

What is the last stage of the sports performance pyramid called and who does or consist of ?

Answer 5

• The final stage is known as the elite stage
• this stage contains highly skilled performers
• they aim to set standards
• consists of professionals and high level amatures