Connection to place

What it could look like:

• Seeking different, yet familiar environments to do a preferred physical activity e.g. skiing at different mountain locations
• Participating in different activities because of a connection to that environment e.g. hike, horse ride, mountain bike in a national park

Pre-foundational - Stage 0

I have the potential to learn through movement and physical activity. At this stage I have not yet developed relevant attitudes and emotions associated with myself, and movement and physical activity.

Foundation & Exploration - Stage 1

Experiences and explores natural and built places where movement and physical activity take place.

• Recognising the opportunities environments offer e.g. a beach can be used for swimming, walking, running
• Exploring ways to be active e.g. using equipment in a park to create movement challenges or games

Acquisition & Accumulation - Stage 2

Understands and proactively explores the way the natural and built environments influence movement and physical activity.

• Choosing to walk/run/cycle in a national park because of a connection to that environment
• Trying different environments to develop a preference for a particular setting e.g. playing basketball indoors or in a park

Consolidation & Mastery - Stage 3

Appreciates and values natural and built environments and understands how these influence types of movement and physical activity.

• Choosing to participate in movement and physical activity at various locations to experience different environments e.g. surfing at different beaches and gaining individual wellbeing benefits
• Seeking out additional movement and physical activity opportunities due to a connection to place e.g. kayaking, surfing, paddle boarding due to connection to the ocean

Transfer & Empowerment - Stage 4

I am empowered by movement and physical activity. I continually transfer my skills, knowledge and feelings to different movement and physical activity contexts. I use combinations of elements from all four domains, and apply my learnings through movement and physical activity to other aspects of my life.

• Persevering with a fitness class even though there are many reasons you could find not to (e.g. work/study deadlines). You know that you will be engaged in the activity when you get there, and that you will recognise the benefits to your fitness and your mental health after the class. You sign up for some of the popular but more intense lunchtime sessions as you feel these will motivate you to maintain your goals. You also think that you could encourage some colleagues and friends to join, as you think they would feel welcome at the class.