Breaking down the barriers to girls' enjoyment of PE sport
Only 59% of girls say they enjoy secondary school PE lessons and activities compared to 83% of boys – with periods and confidence levels being the two biggest barriers.
Research report: Barriers to Sports Participation for Women and
Research report: Barriers to Sports Participation for Women and
So, what barriers stop women from getting into sport?
Self-consciousness and dislike of being watched puts girls off PE
Why do girls play less sports than boys?
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Keeping girls in Sport
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So, what barriers stop women from getting into sport?
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In-school and out-of-school time physical activity opportunities
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