Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation (SLR) (2U)
Board Endorsed Course (240 hours)
Available in Years 11 and 12
Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation (SLR) enables Stage 6 students to build upon their learning in K-10 PDHPE. Specifically, it focuses on those aspects of the learning area that relate most closely to participation in sport and physical activity.
The course features a highly practical focus: physical activity being both an area of study and a medium of learning. Students will be given significant opportunities to apply theoretical understanding to practical situations that are socially and culturally relevant.
SLR comprises 15 optional modules with no prescribed core component. This flexibility within the course enables the development and individualisation of programs to suit the needs and interest of each cohort. Students will complete 6-12 of the following modules:
The course provides the opportunity to specialise in areas of expertise or interest through optional modules (ranging from 20–40 hours in duration) such as:
Aquatics
Athletics
Dance
First Aid and Sports Injuries
Fitness
Games and Sports Applications
Gymnastics
Healthy Lifestyle
Individual Games and Sports Applications
Outdoor Recreation
Resistance Training
Social Perspectives of Games and Sport
Sports Administration
Sports Coaching and Training
Through the study of Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation students will develop:
knowledge and understanding of the factors that influence health and participation in physical activity
knowledge and understanding of the principles and processes impacting on the realisation of movement potential
the ability to analyse and implement strategies that promote health, physical activity and enhances performance
a capacity to influence the participation and performance of self and others
a lifelong commitment to an active, healthy lifestyle and the achievement of movement potential
Students of Stage 6 PDHPE may also study SLR.