Physical Activity & Sports Studies

• This course is offered as a 200 hour elective.

• This course is offered as a 100 hour elective.

Course Description

The course is designed for students with a genuine interest in physical activity and sport. The course encourages students to enjoy learning, and to be self- motivated, reflective, competent learners. It incorporates a wide range of lifelong physical activities, including recreational, leisure and adventure pursuits competitive and non-competitive games, individual and group physical fitness activities, and the use of physical activity for therapy and remediation. Students will be involved in coaching Year 7 Gala Day teams and officiating at Primary Schools Sports Carnivals.

Objectives of the course are:

· develop a foundation for efficient and enjoyable participation in physical activity and sport

· develop knowledge and understanding about the contribution of physical activity and sport to individual, community and societal wellbeing

· enhance the participation and performance of themselves and others in physical activity and sport

· develop the personal skills to participate in physical activity and sport with confidence and enjoyment.

The Course Topics