Marlborough Boys’ College Marlborough Boys’ College

NCEA L3 Sport Studies B

SPS3B
Course Description Recommended Prior Learning

It is recommended, but not necessity, that students taking this semester B course have some experience in a Physical Education based subject. 


This course is suited to students who are passionate about learning the skills required in the fitness industry or for students who prefer a more hands on approach to learning. In this Semester B course we are 100% focused on giving students the tools required in group training, personal training, and planning effective gym programs. 

We complete several Unit Standards at Level 3 with a focus around skills required in the fitness industry

All of these units are completed at the Stadium 2000 gym complex

-Teaching correct and effective stretching techniques. Students are required to run group fitness sessions with their group. this includes, dynamic stretching, warm up, workout, warm down and static stretching 

-Planning and reviewing personal gym programs. Through their terms work down at Stadium 2000 gym facility, students are required to plan out their own personal gym sessions, complete these sessions and then review them.

-The science behind the body and how it works. Students will look into the anatomy and physiology of the human body in order to make better decisions around their training plans and sessions. 




Course Overview

Semester B
We complete several Unit Standards at Level 3 with a focus around skills required in the fitness industry
-Running and reviewing group fitness sessions
-Planning and reviewing personal gym programs.
-The science behind the body and how it works

Learning Areas:

Year 13 (NCEA Level 3), Physical & Health Education - Akoranga Koiri


Assessment Information

All standards are assessed internally through a mixture of, observation, written reflections and planning documents (all online).

Career Pathways

Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Aircraft Loader, Zookeeper, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Building and Construction Labourer, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Flooring Installer, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Miner/Quarry Worker, Mine/Quarry Manager, Diver, Concrete Worker, Stonemason, Sports Coach/Official, Driller, Fencer, Firefighter, Ranger, Professional Sportsperson, Security Officer/Guard, Massage Therapist, Model, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Occupational Therapist, Parking Officer, Physiotherapist, Recreation Co-ordinator, Roading Construction Worker, Roadmarker, Roofer, Secondary School Teacher