Entitlement For everyone to realise the benefits of sport/being active. Outcome. Partnerships ... People who participate
Scottish Sports Alliance Who We Are:
PARTNERSHIPS
P.E.
40
PLACES
Local Sports Councils
30+
52
Universities & Colleges
Governing Bodies of Sport
900,000
PEOPLE
195,000 13,000 sports clubs
90,000
THE SCOTTISH SPORTS ALLIANCE
coaches
SCOTTISH SPORTS ASSOCIATION (SSA) the membership body for governing bodies of sport in Scotland SCOTTISH ASSOCIATION OF LOCAL SPORTS COUNCILS (SALSC) the membership body for Local Sports Councils in Scotland SCOTTISH STUDENT SPORT (SSS) the co-ordinating body for all student sport and physical activity in Scotland Our members support progression towards a world class sporting system for Scotland. They have long term ambitions about the potential of sports to contribute towards individuals across Scotland and its society. The SSA would like to thank all our members and partners for their ongoing support. Particular thanks to those members providing the kind use of their images: Lorraine Hill/Badminton Scotland • Rob Eyton-Jones • Gordon McCormack OBE • Neil MacGrain, Snowsport Scotland • Duncan Gray/Scottish Hockey • Scottish Cycling Richard Langdon/RYA Scotland • Tennis Scotland/The Tennis Artist • Mountaineering Council of Scotland • ImacImages Photography/Triathlon Scotland Bobby Gavin at www.thatonemoment.co.uk/Scottish Athletics
@scotsportassoc
PERFORMANCE
volunteers in sport
sports club members
@SALSC_Scotland
@ScotStuSport
A Manifesto For Scottish Sport
Scottish Sports Alliance c/o Scottish Sport Association Caledonia House, South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ.
Scottish Sports Alliance c/o Scottish Sport Association Caledonia House, South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ.
www.thessa.org.uk
www.thessa.org.uk
#whysportmatters
@scotsportassoc
@SALSC_Scotland
@ScotStuSport
#whysportmatters
3 PLACES
Priorities and Ambitions for Scottish Sport PARTNERSHIPS | P.E. | PLACES | PEOPLE | PERFORMANCE OUR MEMBERS’ PRIORITIES & AMBITIONS FOR SPORT IN SCOTLAND:
1 PARTNERSHIPS - THE KEY ENABLER Entitlement
For everyone to realise the benefits of sport/being active
Outcome
Partnerships between sport/activity organisations are prioritised with and resourced from health, education, justice and transport organisations to lead to a “radical shift towards preventative public spending” (Christie Commission)
Ask
To agree with the health, justice, education and transport departments that a percentage of their budgets are apportioned to sporting/activity organisations through strategic partnership working
Longer Term Vision
The benefits and opportunities provided by a more active nation are appropriately recognised, prioritised and resourced across all aspects of public policy
Why
Increasing physical activity levels by 1% each year for five years would save 157 lives per year, with a positive economic impact of £85million (Let’s Make Scotland More Active).
Strategic partnerships are the key enabler for everyone to realise the benefits of sport/being active through: P.E. and School Sport, Places, People and Performance.
2 P.E. AND SCHOOL SPORT Entitlement
For every child to be equipped with the skills to be active for life
Outcome
Through the primary school curriculum every child develops the fundamental skills to allow them to be physically literate (run, jump, throw, catch and swim)
Ask
Inclusive P.E. is prioritised within teacher training and CPD, developing more specialist teachers, to ensure the confidence and competence of all teachers in quality delivery for all pupils
Longer Term Vision
Educational structures ensure that every child, in every school, is active every day, supported by specialist teachers
Why
Enjoying being active throughout childhood and developing key fundamental skills are vital to instilling positive habit forming behaviours - there is a high risk of childhood inactivity leading to poor health in later life (Start Active, Stay Active).
Entitlement
For everyone to easily access local, inclusive and quality sporting places
Outcome
Everyone has access to an appropriate range of indoor and outdoor sporting places in their communities
Ask
Facilities which receive public investment should provide easy and affordable* access to community sports clubs
Longer Term Vision
Facilities which receive public investment should provide priority access to community sports clubs
Why
People who participate in sport through a club participate more often and for longer than non-club members, with further benefits including social cohesion.
* Affordable – a rate which is not financially prohibitive
4 PEOPLE Entitlement
To be supported as a volunteer
Outcome
Everyone is able to contribute to their communities through volunteering
Ask
All public sector organisations provide regular Employer Supported Volunteering** options for all staff as part of wider ongoing support for the voluntary sector
Longer Term Vision
Every employer and educational establishment provides regular Supported Volunteering options for all as part of wider ongoing support for the voluntary sector
Why
Exposure to volunteering is vital to creating a sense of community - it helps to promote citizenship behaviour, community responsibility and community involvement; individuals who volunteer have increased life satisfaction and enhanced well-being; volunteering can result in a 20% reduction in premature mortality.
** Employer Supported Volunteering: employers actively supporting and encouraging their employees to regularly volunteer through creating a proactive environment which recognises the importance and benefits of volunteering, to individuals and to employers.
5 PERFORMANCE Entitlement
For all talented individuals to achieve their potential through the sporting system
Outcome
World class performance sporting system
Ask
Increased and long term investment planning into performance sport in Scotland
Longer Term Vision
Every athlete will have access to a level of facilities, competition, coaching and support which is appropriate for their ability and commitment to sport
Why
Scottish sporting successes provide inspiration - following the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, 84% of people have participated in sport since the Games and 94% of people plan to be more active in 2015 (responses to Censuswide research, December 2014).
Please Please note note that that communities communities also also includes includes groups groups of of people people within within an an educational educational institution institution and and communities communities of of interest interest (including (including sports sports clubs). clubs).
QUALITY LATER LIFE 30% reduced falls 36-68% reduced hip fracture risk 38% reduced cognitive decline risk 30-50% reduced onset of functional limitations Delayed dementia Decreased loneliness Enhanced mental wellbeing
REDUCED MENTAL HEALTH RISKS
MENTAL HEALTH IMPROVEMENT
SKILLS & PERSONAL QUALITIES
Teamwork Problem Solving Communication Self-discipline
Integrity/Respect Initiative Leadership Responsibility
REDUCED HEALTH RISKS
30% reduction in premature mortality 31% reduction in stroke 33% reduction in heart disease 30-40% reduction in type 2 diabetes 20-30% reduction in colon cancer 20-40% reduction in breast cancer 30-50% reduction in recurrence of these cancers
Why Sport Matters To Individuals
Reduced onset of mental health issues 20-30% reduced incidence of depression & dementia 38% reduced cognitive decline risk Reduced anxiety Avoidance of mental illness
FUN & ENJOYMENT Research shows that participating in sport/being active can provide these benefits
30% enhanced wellbeing Improved mood Reduced anxiety & depression Increased confidence & self-esteem Improved sleep Reduced stress
Research shows that participating in sport/ being active can provide these benefits:
Quality Later Life Reduced Mental Health Risks Mental Health Improvement
LEARNING
Increased educational attainment Improved concentration Improved attendance Increased commitment to school values Reduced behavioural referrals
Learning Employability Health Improvement Reduced Health Risks Skills & Personal Qualities
HEALTH IMPROVEMENT
Increased life expectancy Feel healthier Improved quality of life Improved immune system function Improved cardio-respiratory fitness
EMPLOYABILITY 4-5% improved work performance 7-8% higher earnings 27% fewer sick days Increased productivity Reduced job stress
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Why Sport Matters To Scotland’s Population
SOCIAL CARE 30% reduced falls 36-68% reduced hip fracture risk 38% reduced cognitive decline risk 30-50% reduced onset of functional limitations Delayed dementia Decreased loneliness Enhanced mental wellbeing
ECONOMIC PRODUCTIVITY 27% fewer sick days 4-5% improve work performance 8%-15% reduced staff turnover
ACTIVE CITIZENSHIP
Why Clubs Matter 13,000 SPORTS CLUBS IN SCOTLAND ALMOST ONE-FIFTH OF OUR POPULATION ARE SPORTS CLUB MEMBERS
‘BEST BUY IN PUBLIC HEALTH’ Save 2,447 lives per year Reduced incidence of: • premature deaths by 16.9% • heart disease by 10.5% • type 2 diabetes by 13% • breast cancer by 17.9% • colon cancer by 18.7% • strokes by 12% Reduce health & social inequalities
People who participate in sport through a club participate more often and for longer Increased life satisfaction and happiness Making friends and expanding social networks Intergenerational and intercultural integration Volunteering and skills development opportunities Networking benefits Increased likelihood of political engagement Increased likelihood of trust in civil institutions
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Social & civic participation Social & community cohesion Intergenerational & intercultural integration Community empowerment Community spirit Social commitment
LEARNING
CRIME PREVENTION
15% increased likelihood of going to college/university 40% higher test scores
A focus for positive behavioural change A positive diversionary activity A vehicle to support: • Reduced re-offending • Reduced anti-social behaviour
Research shows that participating in sports/being active can provide these benefits
Scottish Sports Alliance Who We Are:
PARTNERSHIPS
P.E.
40
PLACES
Local Sports Councils
30+
52
Universities & Colleges
Governing Bodies of Sport
900,000
PEOPLE
195,000 13,000 sports clubs
90,000
THE SCOTTISH SPORTS ALLIANCE
coaches
SCOTTISH SPORTS ASSOCIATION (SSA) the membership body for governing bodies of sport in Scotland SCOTTISH ASSOCIATION OF LOCAL SPORTS COUNCILS (SALSC) the membership body for Local Sports Councils in Scotland SCOTTISH STUDENT SPORT (SSS) the co-ordinating body for all student sport and physical activity in Scotland Our members support progression towards a world class sporting system for Scotland. They have long term ambitions about the potential of sports to contribute towards individuals across Scotland and its society. The SSA would like to thank all our members and partners for their ongoing support. Particular thanks to those members providing the kind use of their images: Lorraine Hill/Badminton Scotland • Rob Eyton-Jones • Gordon McCormack OBE • Neil MacGrain, Snowsport Scotland • Duncan Gray/Scottish Hockey • Scottish Cycling Richard Langdon/RYA Scotland • Tennis Scotland/The Tennis Artist • Mountaineering Council of Scotland • ImacImages Photography/Triathlon Scotland Bobby Gavin at www.thatonemoment.co.uk/Scottish Athletics
@scotsportassoc
PERFORMANCE
volunteers in sport
sports club members
@SALSC_Scotland
@ScotStuSport
A Manifesto For Scottish Sport
Scottish Sports Alliance c/o Scottish Sport Association Caledonia House, South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ.
Scottish Sports Alliance c/o Scottish Sport Association Caledonia House, South Gyle Edinburgh EH12 9DQ.
www.thessa.org.uk
www.thessa.org.uk
#whysportmatters
@scotsportassoc
@SALSC_Scotland
@ScotStuSport
#whysportmatters
