Department of Sport and Recreation

Students in Sport and Recreation

Student Considering a career in the sport and recreation industry, looking for research on sport and recreation issues for an assignment or want to find out about how participating in sport and recreation can improve academic performance? Students, you have come to the right place.

This page is dedicated entirely to sport and recreation information that is relevant, and of interest, to students.

Careers in sport and recreation

A comprehensive overview of the careers and courses available in Western Australia.

Career Development Program

The Sport and Recreation Career Development Program (SRCDP) is about to get underway for 2010! The program aims to equip students and emerging professionals with the necessary knowledge, skills and industry networks to become leaders in the sport and recreation industry.

More information on careers in sport and recreation | Training and development

Industry selection criteria

What are selection criteria and how can I use this to my advantage?

Ways to get practical experience

As the sport and recreation industry is extremely competitive, it is important to gain as much practical experience as possible while you are studying.

Active Kids School Holiday Calendar

If you are looking for fun activities for the kids these holidays, you have come to the right place.

We have listings of activities, events, clinics, camps and much more. You can search the list by activity or by simply entering your postcode to discover all the events in your area.

So tell your friends, parents, grandparents, local sporting clubs and teams about this calendar and let's get active!

Holiday sport and recreation activity providers can submit program information online at no cost. Click here to register your program for the calendar.

Check out the Active Kids School Holiday Calendar

The Lab is an online library of research on sport and recreation issues.

Wriggle and Rhyme welcomes babies and toddlers into libraries for active movement

Wriggle and Rhyme Active Movement for Early Learning is unique — there's no evidence of a comparable programme anywhere in the world.

Teenage physical activity reduces risk of cognitive impairment in later life

Women who are physically active at any point over the life course (teenage, age 30, age 50, late life) have lower risk of cognitive impairment in late-life compared to those who are inactive, but teenage physical activity appears to be most important

Why be active in sport and recreation?

Did you know that participation in sport and recreation can contribute to better educational outcomes? Research shows that children engaged in sport and recreation do better academically, are more likely to enjoy school and even complete their homework.

Participation in sport and recreation can also improve your physical and mental wellbeing, increase your self-esteem, prevent youth offending and anti-social behaviour and create stronger communities.

It helps people, including those from culturally diverse backgrounds, to connect with their communities and provides social opportunities where you can have fun and make new friends. So what are you waiting for? Act now and reap the benefits of participation in sport and recreation for yourself!

Building stronger communities

The department advocates and supports projects to strengthen communities through sport and recreation.

The value of sport and recreation

Sport and recreation is not about winning, it's about helping to build stronger, healthier, happier, and safer communities. Sport and recreation is not a luxury.

Youth committee

The Youth Sport and Recreation Committee consists of young people in secondary school who are passionate about sport and recreation.

Volunteering in your community

Get involved and make a difference in your community by giving the gift of your time and effort as a volunteer. There are literally hundreds of not for profit organisations in Western Australia, including sport and recreation clubs, offering a wide variety of volunteering opportunities.

Whether volunteering on your own or with family or friends, volunteering is a hugely rewarding experience – you’ll have fun making new friends while at the same time making a contribution to your community. Find out more on the Volunteering WA website.