Unit R184: Contemporary issues in sport Flashcards
Identify 3 different user groups
Gender
Ethnic groups
Retired people & people over 60
Families with children
Carers
People with family commitments
Young Children
Teenagers
People with disabilities
Parents (single or couples)
People who work
Unemployed or economically disadvantaged
Identify a barrier for Gender
Media portrayal of gender stereotypes in sports. this can lead to people lacking confidence to participate
Identify a barrier for different ethnic groups
A lack of role models in some activities. This might lead to low participation in these sports
Identify a barrier for Retired or over 60s
A lack of appropriate activities. This could make people in this demographic (group) feel too worried to join a session at a gym
Identify a barrier for families
The cost of taking part in sporting activities. This can be too high if paying for every member of a large family
Identify a barrier for Carers
The inability to leave alone the people who they care for. This might make it hard or even impossible for carers to make it to timetabled activities.
Identify a barrier for People with family commitments
Lack of sessions at a suitable time to fit in around a person’s commitments to their elderly parents
Identify a barrier for Young Children
Lack of transport. The children probably need to be taken to activities by a parent or guardian so have to go when the adult is available
Identify a barrier for Teenagers
Lack of activities that appeal to teenagers, and some gyms don’t allow under-16s to attend without an adult.
Identify a barrier for people with disabilities
Small range of activities on offer. This could be because of a lack of specialist facilities or accessibility issues.
Identify a barrier for Parents (single/couples)
A lack of nursery provision at the gym. This would mean that single parents would struggle to find time to participate
Identify a barrier for People who work
Lack of time. Sessions and opening times may also be incompatible with their working hours
Identify a barrier for Unemployed or economically disadvantaged people
Lack of disposable income. They may not be able to afford to pay for classes, travel to the venue, or sports and equipment.
Define Gender
Gender identify is who they believe themselves to be
Why may retired or over 60s have more time to take part in sports
They do not work
What may affect a retired person or over 60s when taking part in sports
They are more likely to have physical difficulties compared to under 60s
What type of activity is advised for retired or over 60s, give examples
Low-impact:
Bowls, Aqua Aerobics, Nordic Walking or adapted traditional sports e.g. walking footbal/netball
Define disability
Disability is a long-term physical or mental impairment that has a negative effect on their ability to carry out normal day to day activities
