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Become A Leader In Sport

Experience the very best education while studying sport and physical activity leadership with active, well-being focused courses within the Bachelor of Arts Community Studies (BACS) degree. The Sport and Physical Activity Leadership (SPAL) program provides students with cutting edge information, skills and capacities to be future and current leaders in sport and physical activity programs and systems across Canada and worldwide.

With a focus on community and experiential learning, students deepen their insights into issues around leadership of sport and physical activity. Students graduate with a deep understanding of how their field affects individuals and communities alike, gaining skills and experience in sport management, health & wellness, outdoor leadership and coaching.

Students sitting in CBU courtyard near residence buildings.

TUITION AND FEES

SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIES

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMS

Sample Courses and Resources

SPAL1104: Developing Physical Literacy
SPAL2103: Leading Sport Programs
SPAL2109: Sport & Recreation in Canada
SPAL3107: Prevention & Care: Athletic Injuries

CBU COURSE CATALOGUE

Sport & Physical Activity Leadership Courses

Why study at CBU?

There are so many advantages to living, working and studying in Cape Breton. That’s because CBU has competitive advantages other places can’t offer. With the winds of inspiration blowing in from the Atlantic Ocean, you naturally get the energy you need to excel at anything you put your mind to. Our inspiring environment and relaxed atmosphere attracts students from more than 70 countries to live, work and play on the island we’re proud to call home.

Voted #8 on the top islands to visit in the world by Travel + Leisure Magazine, students come here for the abundance of opportunities for outdoor adventure. Wide open spaces. Incredible views. A welcoming community. Plus, our community-based sport, recreation and physical activity programs are facilitated by approachable faculty who use an experience-based learning style.

CBU is a top choice for students around the world. This is partly because it’s the only program in Canada that focuses on the leadership of sport and physical activity with core competencies of interdisciplinary, community-oriented and process-based learning courses. Additionally, the flexibility and variety of options you can take in conjunction with the major or honours in Sport and Physical Activity Leadership gives students opportunities to develop knowledge from multiple disciplines, subjects and perspectives.

What skills will I gain from this program?

Leadership in physical activities with children, youth and adults
Teamwork and organization in working within the sport sector and community
Self-management, creative & critical thinking and problem solving skills regarding the importance of outdoor and indoor activities
Positive communication and motivation when delivering sport, physical activity and recreation programming

Possible Career Paths

The SPAL program and its courses can serve as a springboard for ongoing education in graduate programs such as physiotherapy or occupational therapy, or as a final degree towards a career in: