Sport and Recreation Program Development and Delivery: Stages 1

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Sport and Recreation Core ValuesThe development and delivery of programs at Centres isbased on making a positive impact on an individual’s physical,social, emotional, intellectual and spiritual health and theinteractions and relationships they develop within theircommunity and environment. Our core values include:Core Value 1:Encouraging Individual Health and Well BeingPromoting and enhancing well being by:• providing opportunities to develop skills to participate inphysical activity• encouraging social interaction and team work• providing opportunities to experience decision makingand the subsequent consequences• providing opportunities for experiencing the benefits ofhealthy mind and body• providing opportunities for exposure to new experiencesand encouraging expansion of interest bases• providing information to continue to participate in healthylifestyle options.Core Value 2:Supporting Stronger Community CohesionEncouraging individuals to contribute to their community’sdevelopment by:• facilitating programs that are inclusive• promoting shared contribution to aspects of programse.g. dining duty, team activities etc.• promoting understanding and appreciation of other’spersonal differences and achievement• encouraging group achievement.Risk ManagementParticipation in outdoor pursuits carries a level of inherentrisk. It is not possible to totally eliminate risk, nor would thisbe desirable as an element of risk is required to challengeand assist students’ development. Programs are conductedin an environment that identifies and mitigates real risk.Risk Management measures incorporated intoprograms include:• routine review of policies, procedures and operations toimprove the delivery of services.• staff facilitating recreation and education sessions holdappropriate tertiary qualifications as well as current firstaid certification• specific technical qualifications are held by stafffacilitating high risk activities• annual staff in servicing ensures that skills andknowledge remain current• all staff are subjected to a Working with ChildrenCheck through the NSW Commission for Childrenand Young People and participate in ongoing ChildProtection training• standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) apply to allprogram and service delivery components includingoutdoor education and recreation activities. The SOPshave been developed to comply with Australian andInternational Standards for the operation andmaintenance of equipment in accordance withmanufacturer’s guidelines• all programs are evaluated on completion topromote continuous improvement in quality of serviceand operations.Core value 3:Valuing the Natural Environment and Cultural HeritagePromoting the value of the natural environment and culturalheritage by:• encouraging students to explore the natural environment• proving a practical environment to experience theorylearned in the classroom• incorporating energy and water saving initiatives intoprogram design and delivery• highlighting the role of natural environment in thelife cycle• encouraging better communication by limiting exposureto social mediums• valuing conservation of Centre’s and their environmentfor the future• encouraging the notion of sharing culture, valuesand attitudes.Sport and Recreation Program Development and Delivery: Stages 1, 2 and 3 | 6 |
Sport and Recreation ProgramsOutdoor education can support student outcomes such aspersonal and group development, a positive school cultureand general capabilities at a deeper and more thorough levelthan other disciplines (Martin & Hewison 2009).The highest priority for Sport and Recreation Centres is tosupport the development of school aged children throughoutdoor experiential education and recreation programs.Programs have been developed to take advantage ofunique learning environments, encourage and supportstudents undertaking personal challenge, support positiveengagement within the camp community and connectionwith the natural environment.Program development and delivery is focussed on workingwith schools to help them meet the objectives they haveidentified for their students.All programs include the core components:• individuals taking personal responsibility• working as a team and contributing to common outcomes• valuing others and accepting differences• appreciating the natural environment.Three broad program themes are available to meet generaloutcome requirements. Each can be tailored to meet specificschool needs. Program Coordinators liaise with school toidentify specific issues relevant within the school communityand support current school curriculum to enhance andcustomise programs.Recreation ProgramsRecreation programs provide an introduction to outdoorphysical recreation activities while incorporating the corevalues of Sport and Recreation.Recreation programs are designed to:• encourage students to participate in a range of activities• learn new skills• encourage continued participation in physical recreation• compliment school based physical recreation programs• promote fun and enjoyment• provide personal challenge.Personal and Social Development ProgramsPersonal and Social Development programs provide anopportunity to deliver syllabus outcomes and personal growthwhile incorporating the core values of Sport and Recreation.Personal and Social Development programs are designed to:• enable staff to work closely with students to addressissues on an intimate level• align with PDHPE and HSIE curriculum objectives• encourage positive relationships between teachers andstudents, benefiting the overall school culture• create atmosphere of understanding andshared reflection• support student learning needs in an encouraging andsupportive environment• identify barriers to be faced by students and developskills to manage and overcome barriers• encourage interaction between students.Natural Environment and Heritage ProgramsNatural Environment and Heritage programs provide anopportunity for better awareness and appreciation of thenatural environment and heritage while incorporating thecore values of Sport and Recreation.Natural Environment and Heritage programs are designed to:• promote learning by interacting with the environment inan intimate manner• enable first hand experience in marine, bushland oralpine environments.• promote better understanding of Indigenous heritageby site visits• promote the use of the experiential learning with theenvironment a key learning tool• enable the natural environment to complement andenhance classroom learning• encourage individuals to better understand theirresponsibility to the environment and future generations• assist individuals to develop a connection andappreciation for the natural world• increase knowledge and understanding of therelationship between past and present cultural heritage• promote the conservation of Centres and theirenvironment for the future• promote the notion of sharing culture, values and attitudes.Sport and Recreation Program Development and Delivery: Stages 1, 2 and 3 | 7 |
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