The Sports Participation Pyramid

What is it?

The sports participation pyramid shows the progression in sport. It identifies the different groups of performers involved in each level. It also highlights what level the performer will achieve next. 

Elite: Top-class, eltie performers taking part in international competitions

Performance: performer recieving locl and regional coaching and training and enters local competitions and leagues

Participation: people taking part in sport in their free time, such as extra curricular activities

Foundation: students at school taking in sport