Definitions
What is Leisure?
Time when one is not working, studying, busy. Free time
One physical benefit of recreational activity
Improved fitness/cardiovascular health, possible physical appearance.
Give 2 recreational need for young children
Safe play spaces
Supervision
Age-appropriate equipment
Opportunities for play-based learning
Social interaction with peers
Short, fun activities with variety
Indoor options for poor weather
Activities that build gross motor skills
Low-cost or free options (parks, playgrounds)
Structured programs like Little Athletics or swimming lessons
Name one factor that influences participation
Age, culture, gender, social support, media, disability, geographic location, government.
Name a popular sport for teenagers in Australia
Soccer, netball, AFL, basketball, Rugby
What is Recreation?
Activity done for enjoyment, health, or relaxation in your leisure time
One social benefit of recreation
Making friends, teamwork, stronger relationships
Give 2 recreational need for elderly people
Low-impact exercise (walking, yoga, tai chi)
Accessible facilities (ramps, handrails)
Social opportunities (walking groups, community clubs)
Slow-paced activities
Comfortable seating/rest areas
Good lighting
Safe surfaces to reduce fall risk
Programs with trained staff
Hydrotherapy pools
Gardening clubs
Quiet areas for hobbies (arts/crafts, reading groups)
How does media influence recreational participation?
Promotes trends, exposes new activities, stereotypes sports
Name one local recreational service available in a community
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What is a Sport?
Organised physical activity with rules, competition, and skill.
One mental/emotional benefit of recreation
Reduced stress, improved mood, increased confidence
Give 2 recreational need for people with a disability
Wheelchair-accessible paths
Modified equipment
Inclusive programs (e.g., wheelchair basketball)
Sensory-friendly environments
Trained support staff
Accessible bathrooms/change rooms
Braille signage or visual supports
Auslan interpreters
Extra time to learn skills
Adapted rules (e.g., seated volleyball)
Transport support
Carers/assistants available
Supportive, safe environments
How does geographic location impact participation?
Rural areas may have fewer facilities; cities have more options.
Why might participation decline in older adults?
Injury, low confidence, lack of energy, mobility issues
Give 5 examples of recreational activities
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What is one cognitive benefit?
Improves focus, problem-solving, memory
Give 2 recreational need for adults
Activities that fit around work schedules
Affordable options (gyms, community sport)
Fun social activities (touch footy, gym classes)
Stress-relieving activities (yoga, running)
Childcare availability
Time-efficient exercise (30–45 min classes)
Access to gyms or home workout spaces
Team sports for social connection
Outdoor activities for fitness (hiking, cycling)
Give one way social support influences participation in recreation
Friends/family encourage or discourage involvement
Explain a reason young people have high participation rates
School/ School programs, organised sport, social groups, more energy
A student says, “Recreation and sport are the same thing.” Explain why this is incorrect.
Recreation includes any enjoyable activity in leisure time (e.g., walking, painting), while sport is a structured physical activity with rules and competition. Sport is one type of recreation, but not all recreation is sport.
Explain how recreational activity improves wellbeing (Three reasons minimum)
It boosts physical health, reduces stress, builds relationships, and strengthens mental health
Explain how recreational needs differ between children and elderly people
Children need active, playful environments; older adults need safe, low-impact, accessible activities
Explain how government can influence participation
Funding facilities, building parks, offering community programs, policy changes
Explain how community facilities improve participation in leisure and recreation
Accessible facilities make activities easier to access and increase motivation and safety