Institute of Applied Physical Activity and Health Research

There are four faculty members engaged in research projects in the Institute of Applied Physical Activity and Health Research: Drs. Naylor, Temple, Wharf Higgins and Wolski. Housed within the Institute are the Knowledge Exchange Research Unit, the Movement Skills Analysis Lab, and the Exercise Physiology Lab, as well as a graduate research room and the Health and Learning Knowledge Centre.

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Health and Learning Knowledge Centre

Health and learning are closely intertwined and the interaction between health and learning is evident at all ages, from early childhood through to the later stages in life. Health and social factors have a profound effect on learning, while all types of education, not just health education, support good health. Health literacy and knowledge can be a pre-requisite to making healthier lifestyle choices. The Health and Learning Knowledge Centre serves as a national network linking expertise about the vital connections between the learning and health of Canadians.

Pacific Sport

PacificSport Victoria was created specifically to serve the athletes, coaches, and volunteers of the Greater Victoria area. The Victoria-based centre serves as home to athletes and coaches of all levels, from regional to international. Funded by investments from various partnerships, including the Canadian Commonwealth Legacy Fund and the Province of BC, PacificSport Victoria’s success is attributed to excellent training facility access, dedicated coaching support, exemplary volunteers, and most importantly, strong relationships with local and provincial sport organizations. Together we are partners in Powering Sport Performance. In the lead up to the 2010 Games, we will continue to work with our sport partners, 2010 LegaciesNow, Spirit of BC Community Committees and own our community to ensure a strong representation of BC athletes on the national team and the healthiest communities to ever host an Olympic and Paralympic Games. PacificSport Victoria is part of the Canadian Sport Centre Network (Atlantic, Calgary, Manitoba, Montréal, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Vancouver, Victoria) that links performance athletes and coaches with essential services to give them the physical, psychological and competitive edge to reach the podium. Working with the existing sport system, the centres coordinate access and delivery of services including sport science and technology, strength and conditioning and sport psychology.