Sociocultural Factors in Climbing

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📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice

1. Which sociocultural factor most directly limits a student’s ability to attend a commercial climbing centre?

Gender stereotypes about who should climb

Household income and transport costs

Lack of interest in physical activity

A preference for team sports

2. Check all that apply: Which of the following are sociocultural influences on risk-taking in climbing?

Family or whānau attitudes to safety

Peer pressure to attempt harder routes

Media portrayal of climbing as extreme

Local rock quality and weather

3. Which statement about tikanga and outdoor activity is true in a New Zealand context?

Tikanga is irrelevant to recreational climbing choices

Respect for land (kaitiakitanga) may influence route selection and behaviour

Only elders may lead climbs on public land

Climbing sites are off-limits to all visitors

4. Which barrier is NOT primarily sociocultural?

Gender stereotypes about ability

Cost of gear and lessons

Few local role models from the student’s community

No nearby climbing crag or indoor wall

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers & Activities

5. In one sentence, define a "sociocultural factor" related to sport.

6. Describe one practical way a school or community centre in Aotearoa could increase participation in climbing for underrepresented groups (e.g. wāhine, Pasifika, low-income students).

7. A student feels pressure from friends to try a climb beyond their ability. List two actions they could take to manage the social pressure while staying safe.

8. Match the sociocultural factor (left) with the best example (right). Draw lines between columns.

A. Role models

B. Cost

C. Cultural beliefs

D. Peer norms

1. Whānau encouraging karakia before entering a site

2. Local climber inspiring students at a school visit

3. Friends calling someone 'too cautious' for choosing an easy route

4. Fees for lessons and transport

9. You are organising a mixed-ability school climbing trip. List three specific steps you will take to make the trip inclusive and culturally respectful.