is enhanced through opportunities toparticipate in such activities as intramural andinterschool athletics and community-basedsport and recreation activities.places physical activity within a broaderperspective of total fitness and well-being thatencompasses the entire experience of movement-physical, mental, emotional andsocial dimensions.is about physical activity and the nature,form, frequency and intensity of the activityare relative to each person’s ability, needsaspirations and environment.focuses on lifetime activities promotinghealth-related fitness for life.The physical education program emphasizesactive living, with a focus on physical activity thatis valued and integrated into daily life.Īctive living through physical education: Schoolsand teachers can be prime facilitators in providingopportunities for the development of the desire forlifelong participation in physical activity.
Students do not developautomatically the requisite knowledge, skills andattitudes that lead to active, healthy lifestyles.Such learning should begin in childhood. Physical activity is vital to all aspects of normalgrowth and development, and the benefits arewidely recognized. An approach that is sensitive todevelopmental and culturally appropriate practice, and that emphasizes enjoyable participation, ismost likely to foster a desire in students toparticipate in lifelong physical activity. As the benefitsof physical activity increase proportionally as aresult of the time and intensity provided,consideration should be given to maximizing theamount of time available within the schoolcontext. Within each day, whether at home,school, or in the community, there is structuredand unstructured time available for meeting theaim of the physical education program thatcontributes to student well-being.
TheKindergarten to Grade 12 physical educationprogram contributes to the development of lifeskills for the personal management of health, forthe use of physical activity as a strategy formanaging life challenges, and for a setting withinwhich to practise the ability to work with others.The program provides an equitable opportunity forall students to realize the benefits of participationin physical activity.Įducation is a shared responsibility involvingstudents, parents, teachers, the school and thecommunity. The aim of the Kindergarten to Grade 12 physicaleducation program is to enable individuals todevelop the knowledge, skills and attitudesnecessary to lead an active, healthy lifestyle.Īlberta’s vision for education focuses on childrenand their ability to achieve their individualpotential, creating a positive future for themselves,as well as enhancing their quality of life.