PASS

Physical Activity and Sports Studies (PASS)

Physical Activity and Sports Studies (PASS) is an elective subject students can choose to study for five lessons per fortnight in Years 9-10.

PASS represents a broad view of physical activity and the many possible contexts in which individuals can build activity into their lifestyle. It incorporates a wide range of lifelong physical activities, including recreational, leisure and adventure pursuits, competitive and non-competitive games, individual and group physical fitness activities, and the use of physical activity for therapy and remediation.

Participation in regular physical activity is essential to improving health status and quality of life. Health experts agree it can reduce the likelihood of obesity, non-insulin dependent diabetes, coronary heart disease, hypertension and cancers. Research shows regular physical activity to also be effective in stress management, therapy and rehabilitation, injury prevention and the promotion of physical fitness. Individuals who lead an active lifestyle enjoy a positive sense of general wellbeing, heightened energy levels and improved ability to concentrate. They have an enhanced capacity to perform daily activities with ease and respond to increased demands.

Participation in physical activity provides opportunities for personal challenge, enjoyment and satisfaction. It also provides for positive interaction with others, in both collaborative and competitive contexts and supports the development of key social skills necessary for strong interpersonal relationships. Participation in particular physical activities can be culturally significant and play an important role in the development of cultural understanding.

Content : Areas of Study

The content is organised in modules within the following three areas of study:

·         Foundations of physical activity

·         Physical activity and sport in society

·         Enhancing participation and performance.

Area of Study 1 - Foundations of Physical Activity

In this area of study students are provided with the opportunity to explore and develop the foundations for participation and performance in physical activity and sport. Students establish a base of knowledge and skills that will encourage and enhance current, future and lifelong physical activity patterns. Students develop a capacity to evaluate factors that contribute to efficient and rewarding participation and to plan strategies that further enhance participation and performance.

Overview of modules

·         Body systems and energy for physical activity

·         Physical activity for health

·         Physical fitness

·         Fundamentals of movement skill development

·         Nutrition and physical activity

·         Participating with safety.

Area of Study 2 - Physical Activity and Sport in Society

In this area of study students explore physical activity and sport from national, community and individual perspectives. Students develop a broad understanding of the roles and effects of physical activity and sport, and the benefits and opportunities they can provide.

Overview of modules

·         Australia’s sporting identity

·         Lifestyle, leisure and recreation

·         Physical activity and sport for specific groups

·         Opportunities and pathways in physical activity and sport

·         Issues in physical activity and sport

Area of Study 3 - Enhancing Participation and Performance

In this area of study students are provided with opportunities to enhance their participation and performance in physical activity and sport. Students explore strategies to promote active lifestyles and also develop skills in specific movement contexts.

Overview of modules

·         Promoting active lifestyles

·         Coaching

·         Enhancing performance – strategies and techniques

·         Technology, participation and performance

·         Event management.

Assessment

Assessment of student progress and achievement in 9-10 PASS comprises formative and summative assessment tasks and activities. These tasks are spread across both theory and practical units of work. Students will be assessed on the key content and skills outlined above. 

Examples of current assessment tasks include :

●     A personal research project on a contemporary issue in sport (e.g. racism, politics, gender equality)

●     Examination on the body’s main systems (anatomy and physiology)

●     A practical sports coaching program (which involves coaching Year 7 students in a sport of your choice) 

Current Year 9/10 PASS Scope & Sequence

               Year 9 PASS   

T	Theory	Practical
1	Body Systems   Skeletal system ·     Functions; Structure; Long bones; Labelling the skeleton ·     Joints, joint actions (including synovial joints)   Muscular system ·     Functions; Types of muscle ·     Labelling the major muscles   Circulatory system ·     Functions; Structure; Labelling the heart ·     The heart, blood & blood vessels   Respiratory system ·     Functions; Structure   Body systems working together	Weeks 1-4 ●  Racquet sports – badminton, tennis, mini-tennis      Week 5+    Sport leadership and       teamwork Unit
2	Physical Fitness    Definitions of physical fitness and physical activity    Components of physical fitness ·     Health related; Skill related    Fitness testing ·     Beep test, sit and reach, agility, speed, muscular endurance,    Designing a training program ·   Goals; FITT Principle	Ultimate Frisbee Lacrosse Fitness Testing Circuit Training / boxercise Oztag
3	First Aid   Priority assessment - DRSABCD   Crisis Management ·     Bleeding; Shock; Neck & spinal injury   Treatment of Injuries ·     Cuts and lacerations ·     Fractures & dislocations ·     Head injuries & concussion   Management of medical conditions ·     Heart attack & Stroke ·     Diabetes; Epilepsy; Asthma ·     Anaphylaxes ·     Bites & stings	European handball    Soccer    Circuit Training / boxercise    Oz Tag    Speedminton
4	Event Management ·     Types of structures and formats ·     Qualities required for effective event management ·     Maximising participation and enjoyment ·     Case study ·     Assessment : Plan, implement and evaluate an in-class sporting event	Volleyball Circuit Training / boxercise Mixed games (associated       with event management     assessments)

YEAR 10 PASS

T	Theory	Practical
1	Issues in Sport Introduction + Yearly overview Drug Use in Sport A historical perspective Major Types / Perf. Enhancing V Recreational Drug analysis table / Reasons why athletes take drugs Case study / The future Technology in sport Training, Performance & Refereeing/Spectating Impact Case study Women in professional sport / Gender equality Examples of increased professionalism Reasons why, influencing factors and impact	Weeks 1-3 Striking sports (cricket, softball/baseball, golf) Weeks 4+ Racquet sports
2	Sports Training, Performance and Medicine Types of training Aerobic & Anaerobic (e.g. sprints, resistance) Strength Flexibility Energy Systems ATP/PC, Lactic acid and aerobic Principles of training Progressive overload; Specificity; Reversibility; Variety Sports medicine Soft & hard tissue injuries Assessment – TOTAPS Rehabilitation procedures	Court sports Basketball Netball European handball Slide hockey Speedminton
3	Sports Coaching Qualities of effective coaching Roles & responsibilities Ethics in coaching Individual interest case study Elements of a good training session Plan, deliver and evaluate a training session (assessment task)	Invasion games Touch / Oz Tag (use of NRL development officers) Soccer AFL
4	Lifelong Health & Fitness Physical activity, fitness & exercise FITT Principle Holistic benefits of regular, moderate physical activity -physical, mental, emotional - social, spiritual Physical & economic influences Social and cultural factors	Fitness, boxing Circuit training Walking; fitness for life moderate aerobic exercise