Increase the numbers
and skill level of those
participating in their sport.
Youth Sports
Create a
PE and
sport
system
that
engages all
young
people.
Reasons for participating in physical activity
Social
Mental
Physical
Life Style Choices
Key influences on taking part
Opportunities for taking part
Availability
If its difficult to get a venue then it is less likely that you are
gong to be able to participate in that activity.
Location
An activity needs to be in a place where it is easily accessible.
Access
There may be barries which means that you can access a
venue or activity, eg/ age, disabilities and cost.
Time
You need to have the time to be able to do the activity - it doesn't
clash with another commitment
The Sports Pyramid
Elite
This is when the person has
achieved a really high standard
and has worked hard to get
there. They are competing at a
national level. They have
specialist training.
Performance
This is when the person has some specialist
training and is looking to be advanced. They are
not yet competing at national level, instead district
or county.
Participation
This is when the sportsman join a
club and get some coaching, they
are often encouraged through
socialisation
Foundation
When the people are introduced
to the sport and taught the
basics. This is often done in
schools.
Definitions
Health
When you are rid of disease and you have a
good mental psychology and a good social life.
Fitness
Being fit it so have a good body figure and having good muscular
capability. It also means being ale to deliver good performances in sports.
Exercise
A form of physical activity that maintains or
improves health and/or physical fitness