Physical Literacy
Physical literacy is only important early in life
True or False?
What is False. Active throughout life
The Framework was first published in 2010.
True or False?
What is False?
Framework was first published in 2015 by CPRA in consultation with Canadian stakeholders.
2024 update was to address challenges and opportunities in the industry
Integration and Inclusion are interchangeable terms
True or False?
What is false?
Integration - People "fit into" existing programs
Inclusion - Program is adapted to meet people's needs
Balance is a component of physical activity most relevant for ages 5-17.
What is no. It is most relevant to those over 65
By definition, recreation has to be an active experience
What is false - The experience that results from freely chosen participation in physical, social, intellectual, creative and spiritual pursuits that enhance individual and community wellbeing.
Can be active or passive
Active: sports, games, fitness, dance, gymnastics, camping, picnics, reunions, etc.
Passive: video games, movies, reading etc.
____________ is a gateway to physical activity- it gives:
Confidence, competence
The physical skills and fitness
The attitude/motivation to be active
The knowledge of how, why and when to move
The social skills to be active with others
What is Physical Literacy
One of the goals and priorities of the framework is to accept and promote sedentary behaviour.
True or False?
What is false?
Utilize 24-hour movement guidelines
Non-competitive and unstructured play
Programs adapt to changing work and school formats
Physical literacy
Active transportation
There are 4 main reasons that Inclusion is important
What are:
1. Social justice
2. Legal (human rights)Compliance and accessibility
3. Better health outcomes for communities
4. Stronger participation and retention
Active living benefits include less energy, more interrupted sleep and increased depression and isolation.
What is False. The opposite
SPAR stands for
Sports participation activity and Relaxation
What is false?
Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation sector
The stages of physical literacy starts from 0-4.
True or False?
What is False? It is 0-6.
The goals and priorities of the Framework include:
Active Living, Inclusion and access, Connecting people with nature, Supportive Environments, Recreation Capacity
What is true, all of these are goals and priorites of the framework
A Canadian study was done, and identified that most Canadian facilities for physical activity meet all necessary requirements for "everyone" to participate meaningfully with full accessibility
What is false. Minimum requirements only and not necessarily able to "meaningfully" participate inside the building
Smart goals are important in creating a physical activity plan for seniors, once getting permission to discuss and having a questionnaire filled out regarding normal 24 hour movement.
What is true. Helps develop realistic, achievable and measurable goals with a time line.
SPAR does not provide any economic benefits to Canada
What is false?
Health Care Savings: a 10% reduction in physical inactivity (10% increase in Canadians being active) would save Canada $629 million per year in health care costs
Economic Contribution: SPAR contributes $37.2 billion annually to Canada’s GDP (recreation, sports, retail sales, amusement etc)
The environments that are considered for physical literacy includes:
Land, ice/snow, air, water
True or False?
What is true?
Land- run, hop, skip, jump, throw, catch, strike, wheel, etc.
Water- swimming and associated water sports
Air- hop, skip, jump, diving, tumbling, etc.
Ice/Snow: sliding, gliding, etc.
For all environments consider safety of participants
Some environments may require specialized training i.e., Lifeguards, swim instructors, ski instructors, etc.
The framework in general focuses on individual physical activity only
True or false?
What is false. It highlights the important role of the industry in promoting individual wellness while building strong, resilient communities.
There are 4 main inclusion barriers
What are:
1.Physical
2.Social - stereotypes/unfriendly
3.Economic - high fees
4. Psychological - fear of judgement/lack of confidence
CCAA stands for
Canadian Councel for Athletic Adults
What is False?
Canadian Center for Active Aging developed and run by Western University.CCAA offers exercise classes, conferences, website material (research) and is a prominent provider of leadership and certification training for exercise specific to older adults for fitness professionals.
SPAR contributes to greenspace conservation and climate resilience
What is true?
Climate Resilience: protecting and expanding green spaces and SPAR facilities will help with climate resiliency. Protecting green spaces enhances climate resilience by mitigating extreme heat, managing flood risks, and improving air quality.
The 4 pillar approach to physical literacy includes:
Competency, content, journey and power
True or False?
What is True?
Competency- Competency in all environments, confidence for movement, confidence to use all environments,
Content- knowledge, awareness, education, advocacy
Journey- individualized, need to encourage participation throughout the lifespan
Power- inclusive, equitable: remove systemic and structural barriers
The Framework states that there are changes occuring in Canada that need to be addressed and that is why in 2024, the Framework was amended. Part if this was changes to Canadian demagraphics. By 2035, it is estimated that 1 in 3 people in Canada will be over the age of 65.
True or false?
What is false?
Demographics: Canadian population is aging: by 2035 it is estimated that 1 in 4 Canadians will be older than 65 yrs.
Inclusion is: Built into facilities and programs as an afterthought. Just start the process and then see if you can adjust to make it work for people.
True/False?
What is false
Inclusion is planned from the start and built into facilities and programs.
Most children and youth in Canada are meeting the physical activity requirements as stated by the guidelines
What is False.
Most children and youth in Canada are not meeting the physical activity recommendation of at least 60 minutes of moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity per day as prescribed by the Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Children and Youth (Federal initiative).
There is a direct link between SPAR and health care costs.
What is true?
Integrating SPAR into daily life boosts mental and physical wellbeing, and reduces the health care burden associated with sedentary behaviour and physical inactivity
-lower risk of heart disease, stroke, depression, type 2 DM
-mental wellbeing: improvement in anxiety and depression with engagement in SPAR activities