Physical Activity and Sports Science is offered as an elective in Years 9-10
This course aims to enhance students’ capacity to participate effectively in physical activity, sport, leading to improved quality of life for themselves and others. Students engage in a wide range of physical activities in order to develop key understandings about how and why we move and how to enhance quality and enjoyment of movement. PASS provides a solid foundation for the study of Personal Development, Health, and Physical Education or Sport, Fitness and Recreation (VET course) in Stage 6. It is also relevant to students who may be considering a career in the health or leisure industry.
100-hour Course: Students will study all outcomes and include a minimum of 15 hours’ study of a Board-developed module from each of the three Areas of Study.
200-hour Course: Students will study all outcomes and include a minimum of 20 hours’ study of a Board-developed module from each of the three Areas of Study.
The program includes practical and theory work from the following areas:
· Basic Anatomy and Physiology Exercise and its impact on the Body Gymnastics
· Individual Games – Racquet games (mini-tennis, speedminton, badminton), Table Tennis, Archery
· The Principles of Training
· Team Games – Carpet Bowls, Soft Lacrosse, Flag Football, Speedaway, European Handball, Oz Tag
· Soirts Injuries, Resuscitation and First Aid Motor
· Learning Skill Acquisition
· Sport and Recreation in the local community
· Outdoor Education
· Excellence in Performance
· Snow and Alpine Safety
· “Learn to Surf” camp