Physical Recreation

The Physical Recreation Section of the Award encourages you to improve your health and fitness, whatever your starting point.

You could choose to do a team sport, solo sport or any healthy activity. It could be something you already do regularly, have tried before or something completely new to you.

The Physical Recreation section should make you feel healthy and happy, and should help you build valuable team skills, self-esteem and confidence. It’s also great fun!

Examples of Physical Recreation

Ball sports – football, rugby, volleyball, basketball, cricket, golf, tennis, netball
Athletics – running, jumping, throwing, Cycling, Skipping
Water sports – surfing,canoeing, kayaking, swimming, water polo, diving, rowing
Martial arts – karate, judo, kickboxing, boxing, taekwondo, kendo
Animal sports – horse riding, polo

Time Requirements

Bronze – At least 3 months or 6 months if chosen as a Major Section
Silver – At least 6 months or 12 months if chosen as a Major Section
Gold – At least 12 months or 18 months if chosen as a Major Section

“Challenge yourself to improve your performance, health and fitness.”