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Hussain Chattha1, Markus J Duncan1,2, Negin A Riazi1,3
1Department of Health Sciences, Brock University, 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way, Saint Catharines, ON L2S 3A1, Canada.
Summary
Schools significantly restricted physical activity programs during COVID-19, canceling most sports. However, some schools adapted by adding new programs and facilities, with urban schools more likely to change facilities.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Education
- Sports Science
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly impacted school operations globally.
- Physical activity programs are crucial for student well-being and development.
- Understanding school adaptations is vital for future preparedness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine school adaptations to physical activity programs and facilities.
- To identify disparities in these adaptations based on area urbanicity and income.
- To analyze changes during the first school year of the COVID-19 pandemic (2020-2021).
Main Methods:
- Convenience sample of 132 Canadian secondary schools.
- Annual survey data on physical activity programs, facilities, and staff training.
- Content analysis of open-ended responses and statistical comparisons by urbanicity and income.
Main Results:
- Widespread cancellations of interschool sports (88.9%) and intramurals (65.9%).
- Nearly half of schools (49%) continued some programs, primarily sports.
- 18.1% of facilities closed, while 15.7% added new facilities; urban schools were more likely to alter facilities.
Conclusions:
- Significant restrictions on school physical activity opportunities occurred during the pandemic.
- Schools demonstrated resourcefulness by introducing new programs and facilities.
- Urbanicity influenced facility adaptation, highlighting potential inequities.
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