Physical Fitness and Recreation (PFR)

Physical Fitness and Recreation is an activity based elective with a theory element. Students are expected to participate in a variety of activities combining fitness and training, recreational sports and activities and leisure pursuits such as; indoor cricket, netball, beach volleyball, ten pin bowling, archery, trampoline, squash, tennis and badminton. Individual fitness testing is also included using different forms of testing from the ACHPER tests (e.g. Step Test, Lateral Jump Test, Iowa Brace Test, etc). Cycling or walking may be used to improve fitness and to travel to venues. This elective provides a good head start for students interested in VCE Physical Education. 

Note: User pay excursions will be used to enhance the curriculum at a cost of approximately $100* for the Semester to cover the cost of entry fees and bus travel. An event will be created with the cost, once the subject selection has been completed and parents will receive a notification on COMPASS to complete payment. *This amount may change each Semester as it is dependent on price rises by external suppliers.

Outdoor and Environmental Studies (OED)

Outdoor and Environmental Education is an activity and theory-based unit that focuses on participation in activities in various outdoor environments. The theory topics covered include; environmental awareness, the environmental impact of humans, safety in the outdoors, self-growth, team development and initiative skills. The physical activities are selected from; orienteering, survival swimming, basic life saving, sailboarding, canoeing, rock climbing, mountain biking, initiative activities, helping local Landcare groups and surfing (day trip), depending on availability, season and weather. 

Note: User pay excursions/camps will be used to enhance the curriculum at a cost of $250* for the Semester. An event will be created with the cost, once the subject selection has been completed and parents will receive a notification on COMPASS to complete payment. *This amount may change each Semester as it is dependent on price rises by external suppliers.