LO1 User Groups in Sport and Potential Barriers

Question 1

List the 9 User Groups.

Answer 1

Single parents
Working singles/couples
Families with young children
Retired/over 50
Teenagers
Children (0-13)
Unemployed/ economically disadvantaged
Ethnic minorities
Disabled

Question 2

List some potential barriers in sport.

Answer 2

Lack of time.
Lack of transport.
Lack of disposable income.
Lack of motivation.
Lack of specialist equipment.
Lack of provisions.
Lack of childcare.
Poor body image.
Lack of role models.
Time/work/family commitments.
Lack of awareness.

Question 3

List some potential solutions.

Answer 3

Taster sessions/concessions.
Earlier/later sessions throughout the day.
Provide transport to facility.
Provide specialist equipment such as hoists and ramps.
Provided specific activities.
Provide a creche/childcare.
Post more regularly about the activities on social media.