Inclusion in Sport
What is inclusion?
This term means making sure everyone has equal opportunities to participate in sport and recreation.
This document outlines what needs to happen before, during, and after an event.
event plan/run sheet
What is a risk assessment?
This process identifies hazards and ways to reduce harm.
This is the process of showing participants how to complete a skill or activity correctly.
demonstration
How many kids does Mr. Rolls have?
3
Provide an example of a sport/game modification to become more inclusive
Teacher discretion
example: goal ball or seated volleyball
Name two roles people may have when running a sporting event.
officials, first aid officers, coaches, volunteers, scorers, event coordinators, marshals, or equipment managers
Give one example of a hazard in a sporting session.
Teacher Discretion: wet surfaces, damaged equipment, extreme weather, unsafe behaviour, uneven ground, or lack of supervision
Name two qualities of an effective session leader.
communication skills, organisation, enthusiasm, leadership, patience, adaptability, or confidence
Name one other subject Ms. Pritchard teaches.
VM literacy
10 numeracy
Name two barriers that may prevent someone from participating in sport.
cost, disability, transport, language barriers, cultural expectations, gender stereotypes, lack of confidence, or access issues
Identify 3 roles within an event committee
Operations, Safety, Marketing, Program, Participation
What are the categories used to assess a risk on a risk matrix?
Likelihood and Consequence
Why is it important to give clear instructions during a session?
improve safety, understanding, participation, and engagement
Name a sport that Ms. Scott coached this term
Senior boy basketball
Intermediate boys soccer
Explain why inclusion is important in sport and recreation.
it improves belonging, confidence, fairness, participation, teamwork, community connection, and wellbeing
Your event is outdoors and heavy rain is forecast. What should event organisers do?
review the risk assessment, create contingency plans, communicate changes, monitor safety, and possibly postpone or relocate the event
A PE class is running on a very hot day. List two control measures the teacher should implement.
Teacher Discretion: water breaks, reducing intensity, moving indoors/shade, monitoring students, applying sunscreen, or shortening the activity
A group of participants are disengaged during a fitness activity. What could the instructor do to improve engagement?
Teacher Discretion: modifying the activity, adding competition, using encouragement, changing groups, simplifying instructions, or increasing participant choice
Where is Mr. Rolls' office?
Year 8 Coordinators Office - Language Centre
A recreation centre notices teenage girls are not attending programs. Suggest two strategies the centre could use to improve inclusion.
Teacher discretion
offering girls-only sessions, reducing costs, providing beginner programs, improving promotion, creating safe environments, or consulting participants about their needs
A school fun run had long wait times, poor signage, and not enough volunteers. Identify two improvements for next time.
clearer signage, more volunteers, improved scheduling, better communication, additional registration stations, or improved planning?
During a session, students begin using equipment incorrectly despite instructions. What should the instructor do and why?
Teacher Discretion: stop the activity, re-explain expectations, demonstrate correct technique, supervise closely, and ensure participant safety
You are assisting with a session where participants have very different skill levels. How can you support everyone effectively?
Teacher Discretion: differentiating activities, modifying equipment/rules, grouping participants, offering progressions and regressions, and giving individual feedback
What footy team does Mr. Rolls go for?
Essendon Bombers