Excellence & Participation in the UK

Excellence & Participation in the UK

1. 'Performance Pyramid'

   • 1. Foundation
     • Children being introduced to sport
     • Learning basic skills
     • Learning positive attitudes towards physical activity
   • 2. Participation
     • School or club participation
     • NON-COMPETITIVE, extra curricular involvement
     • Emphasis on enjoyment, health, fitness or friendships
     • RECREATIONAL
   • 3. Performance
     • More formal, school or club participation
     • Emphasis on competition or WINNING
     • Skilled, committed performers who train regularly & receive COACHING
     • DISTRICT, COUNTY or REGIONAL involvement
   • 4. Excellence
     • ELITE
     • NATIONAL or INTERNATIONAL
     • High levels of coaching
     • May be professional/get paid

2. Factors Affecting Participation

   • The Government
   • Your ability/disability
   • Stereotyping
   • Your Age
   • Your Gender
   • Your Friends

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