Children & Youth

The Office for Recreation and Sport is committed to increasing the quality and level of participation of all South Australians in active recreation and sport. An important aim of the Recreation and Sport Development Division is supporting policies and programs focussed on the needs of children and youth.

Designated Officers support young people who wish to participate in formal settings such as schools and community clubs. Support is also provided to those who work with young people in these environments. Junior coaching programs and leadership training services are available along with reference services assisting individuals and groups to link with appropriate and supportive networks at a state and local level.

Officers work closely with other agencies such as the Australian Sports Commission, Department of Education and Children's Services, Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER) and State Sporting Organisations to promote the importance of making sport and recreation not only challenging but a positive and fun activity for young South Australians.