Enabling Participation

How Active are Western Australians?
Jo Evans, Physical Activity Taskforce

This session will share the latest research findings from the Physical Activity Taskforce, highlighting the key trends in physical activity participation for Western Australian children and adults. There will be a focus on areas for improvement and strategies and actions for consideration.

Case Studies

The evidence is clear: Women, particularly young women, are simply not engaging with sport and recreation at all levels. These programs are successfully enabling community participation in physical activity. Find out the factors for success and what has been learnt along the way.

• African Women’s Attitudes Toward Exercise and Physical Activity
  (Dr Casta Tungaraza, President, African Women’s Council of Australia)
• Engaging Marginalised Women in Physical Activity Programs
  (Sue Lee, Womens Health Service)
• Active Smart (speaker TBC)

Current and Emerging Group Fitness Trends
Alisha Smith, Australian Fitness Network

From suspension training and core fitness to Zumba and Parkour, group fitness has progressed in leaps and bounds since the days of leg raises with a lycra-clad Jane Fonda.

No longer the realm of only the super slim, fit and coordinated, group fitness in 2010 and beyond aims to provide a range of exciting and inclusive options to suit people of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels.

Find out which classes will attract more members to your recreation centre.