HAPE ELECTIVE:
Recreational Sport
Life-long Sports

Year 9

What is the subject about?

‘Recreational Sports – Life-long Sports In this elective students participate in recreational activities that are available to be enjoyed through an entire life-span. No matter the age or fitness level, these activities are inclusive of all. The skills and strategies involved in playing these activities and sports are transferable across a range of sports. Some of the activities played include lawn bowls, bocce, mini-golf, badminton, yoga, dance and a whole more. Student voice and agency is paramount to the decision making of the activities played throughout the semester. This practical based subject will also incorporate coaching, leadership and teamwork skills.

Units

Life-long Ball Games - Students select from a range of ball related games such as Ten Pin Bowling and Lawn Bowls, racquetball, mini golf that are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels

Body Moving - Students participate in a range of activities such as Dance, Yoga, basic low impact fitness activities like Spin bikes and body weight circuits that can be done throughout the human lifespan

Skills you will develop

Basic Fitness and movement skills
Applying fundamental movement skills to new situations
Video Analysis Skills
Teamwork and Cooperation
Journaling

Assessment

Skill analysis and peer coaching task
Practical Participation
Activity Journal

Pathways

Community Activity Leader
Sports Coaching
PE Teacher
Fitness Instructor
Sports Science