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ULTIMATE FRISBEE AS AN ALTERNATIVE TEAM SPORTS FOR PATH-FIT 4

Author(s) JEFFERSON M DE CASTRO
Country Philippines
Abstract This study explores the potential of Ultimate Frisbee as an alternative team sport in the Physical Activities Towards Health and Fitness 4 (PATH-FIT 4) curriculum within State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the Philippines. The rising demand for innovative, accessible, and cost-effective physical activities in educational settings has highlighted the need for alternative sports that foster student engagement, physical fitness, mental resilience, and social interaction. Traditional team sports, such as basketball and volleyball, often require extensive equipment and facilities, which may not be readily available in many educational institutions. In contrast, Ultimate Frisbee demands minimal resources, requiring only a flying disc and an open field, making it an economically viable and inclusive option for schools with limited resources. The study utilized a descriptive-comparative-correlational research design to assess the perceptions of the respondents, including students, PE teachers, Frisbee enthusiasts, and Frisbee coaches. The research aimed to evaluate the benefits of Ultimate Frisbee in terms of physical, mental, social, and affective aspects, as well as to examine the ease of skill execution and the challenges in offering the sport as part of the PATH-FIT 4 curriculum. The findings indicated strong agreement among respondents that Ultimate Frisbee contributes significantly to improving cardiovascular endurance, agility, strategic thinking, decision-making, teamwork, communication, and emotional well-being. The study found that the sport is perceived as accessible and easy to execute, with no significant differences in the perceived benefits or ease of skill execution across different respondent profiles. Despite the overall positive reception, the study identified several challenges in implementing Ultimate Frisbee in the curriculum, including the lack of facilities, limited awareness, and insufficient training for PE teachers. However, the research also highlighted that these challenges could be mitigated with proper training, resource allocation, and awareness campaigns. The study concluded that Ultimate Frisbee, along with other alternative sports such as yoga, modified versions of traditional sports, dance, Pilates, and Zumba, should be integrated into the PATH-FIT 4 curriculum. These sports provide a diverse and inclusive approach to physical education, catering to various skill levels and offering a wide range of physical, mental, and social benefits. The study recommends that educational institutions allocate the necessary resources to support these activities and promote awareness among students and faculty. It also emphasizes the importance of professional development for PE teachers to incorporate these alternative sports into the curriculum effectively. By diversifying the sports offered in the PATH-FIT 4 program, schools can create a more engaging and inclusive physical education experience, ultimately contributing to the overall health and well-being of students.
Keywords Alternative sports, PATH-FIT 4, physical education, student well-being and Ultimate Frisbee
Field Sociology > Education
Published In Volume 16, Issue 4, October-December 2025
Published On 2025-11-27
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