Structure of Active Leisure Industry

• What sector is owned, funded, and operated by the government?

  Public sector
• Why are public sector facilities not profit-driven?

  They are funded by government money
• Who holds public sector organizations accountable?

  The media, public, and government
• What type of sector is operated by private citizens?

  Private sector
• What is the primary goal of the private sector?

  To make large profits
• How is the voluntary sector funded?

  Membership fees, fundraising, and sponsorship
• What is a common aim of the public sector?

  To improve the health of the nation
• How do private sector organizations react to market changes?

  They react quickly to changes
• What is a key focus of the voluntary sector?

  To promote community participation
• What are the main differences between the public, private, and voluntary sectors?

  • Public sector: Government-owned, not profit-driven, serves public.
  • Private sector: Owned by individuals, profit-driven, competitive.
  • Voluntary sector: Operated by trustees, not profit-driven, community-focused.
• What type of facilities does the public sector provide?

  Amenities for general public use
• How are public sector facilities typically maintained?

  Well maintained but rarely refurbished
• What type of facilities does the private sector provide?

  Specific, upmarket facilities
• How often are private sector facilities refurbished?

  On a scheduled timetable
• What is a common characteristic of voluntary sector facilities?

  They can vary from basic to high quality
• Who typically manages public sector facilities?

  Managers paid by the government
• What motivates managers in the private sector?

  Financial rewards and performance
• What is a key motivation for voluntary sector managers?

  Love for the physical activity of sport
• What are the key goals of Belfast City Council's Physical Activity and Sports Development Strategy?

  1. Partnership: Effective coordination among partners
  2. Capacity: Community and volunteer involvement
  3. Facilities: Right facilities in right places
  4. Participation: Boosting sports participation
  5. Performance: Developing performance in sports
• What is the mission of Disability Sport NI?

  Equal opportunity for active lifestyles
• What is one of the strategic priorities of Disability Sport NI?

  Improving health and well-being
• How does Disability Sport NI aim to inspire people with disabilities?

  By providing information on opportunities
• What factors determine the successful operation of active leisure facilities?

  • Accessibility: Ease of access to the facility
  • Location: Site's geographical placement
  • Infrastructure: Quality of road access
• What is the role of the Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure (DCAL) in Northern Ireland?

  Setting policy for active leisure industry
• What is the vision of Sport NI?

  Northern Ireland as a place for sport
• What is a strategic objective of Sport NI?

  To increase sporting lifestyle adoption
• What does the term "leadership" refer to in Sport NI's values framework?

  Using resources for maximum impact
• What does "integrity" mean in the context of Sport NI's values?

  Being accountable and transparent
• What is the purpose of Belfast City Council's strategy for sports development?

  To improve sports development in the city
• What is the significance of the term "community sport" in Disability Sport NI's priorities?

  Improving health through increased participation
• What does "performance sport" refer to in Disability Sport NI's priorities?

  Developing pathways for higher performance
• What is the goal of training and sports facility access in Disability Sport NI's priorities?

  To create an inclusive sports sector
• What is the aim of communications and engagement in Disability Sport NI's priorities?

  To inspire people with disabilities to be active
• What does governance and income generation mean for Disability Sport NI?

  Managing a well-governed organization
• What is the importance of accessibility in active leisure facilities?

  It determines ease of access to facilities
• How does location affect the success of active leisure facilities?

  It influences accessibility and usage
• What role does road infrastructure play in active leisure facilities?

  It affects accessibility to the facility
• What is the purpose of the SIS?

  To achieve assessment for learning
• Why is it important to assess information provided by teachers?

  To determine its accuracy and relevance
• What should be considered when evaluating active leisure facilities?

  Accessibility, quality, and opening hours