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

 

If you are interested in this subject please see Mr Lowery or Mr Davis