Performance HPE

Year 9

Subject Information

Subject Description

The fundamental aim of Performance Health and Physical Education is to use positive physical experiences to promote the importance of activity in improving short and long-term health. Students will develop further concepts related to tactical awareness, analysis of performance and exercise physiology.

Students wil learn to:

Appreciate and understand the value of physical activity and its relationship to a healthy active lifestyle
Develop their optimal level of fitness through fitness testing and conditioning programs
Develop a deeper understanding of the major skills necessary to participate successfully in a variety of physical activities
Experience enjoyment and satisfaction through physical activity
Develop social skills and demonstrate the importance of teamwork and cooperation in group activities
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding in a variety of physical activities and evaluate their own and others' performance
Identify and participate in a health unit which promotes self-confidence and cooperation
Critically assess and develop effective strategies and behaviours to promote safety.

Topics could include:

Teams sports - Softball, Korfball/Netball, Football codes or Volleyball
Individual sports - Badminton or Tennis
Aesthetic and International activities such as Dance or Sepak Takraw
Relationships and sexuality
Alcohol and drugs
Self-efficacy and mindfulness.

Course Fees

$80 - Participation in visits to AFL Max and Mega Adventure at West Beach.

Additional Costs

Nil.

Criterion A:

Knowing & Understanding

Criterion C:

Applying and Performing

Criterion B:

Planning for Performance

Criterion D:

Reflecting and Improving Performance