2. PDHPE programs focus on encouraging
students to make informed decisions
related to health and physical activity and
develop positive attitudes towards healthy
lifestyles.
3. PDHPE in our everyday life
Importance of Healthy
Lifestyles
Good Health is characterised by:
• Improved quality of life
• Less sickness & disability
• Maintaining happier personal,
family & social experiences
Community Collective
It is important for teachers,
parents & students to
understand that improving health
and physical wellbeing is the
responsibility of all members of
society. The active participation
of parents also, will assist
exploration of different aspects
of health as they are understood
within different communities
5. PDHPE
aims at
teaching…
Physical, social, cognitive & emotional
growth and development
Fundamental movement patterns &
coordinated actions of the body
The development and maintenance of
positive interpersonal relationships
Living & Learning in a safe and secure
environment
The factors influencing personal
health choice
Skills that enable action for better
health & movement outcomes
The adoption of an active lifestyle