S1 Fit for Life COURSE
The ‘Fit for Life’ Course develops the knowledge and understanding, skills, capabilities and attributes which pupils need for Mental, Emotional, Social and Physical wellbeing. Good health and well being is central to effective learning and preparation for successful independent living. The course will highlight to pupils the importance of undertaking a healthy and active lifestyle. Pupils will learn through a variety of different teaching styles both within a practical and theoretical setting.
The course will involve;
- All pupils undertaking a 6-8 week block in a classroom developing the necessary knowledge and understanding of what it takes to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
- All pupils undertaking a 6-8 week block of physical activity with the fundamental aim of increasing fitness levels.
- Producing a final piece of work highlighting one of the issues raised within classroom lessons and the impact of this.
As a faculty it is our intention to highlight that a poorly balanced diet can contribute to the risk of developing a number of dieses and conditions such as obesity, diabetes, coronary heart disease and stroke. More information about this course can be found in the document below;
