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Multi-Functionality And Occupations Of Sport And Physical Activity Professionals In Spain, Antonio Campos-Izquierdo, María Dolores González-Rivera, Marijke Taks
Multi-Functionality And Occupations Of Sport And Physical Activity Professionals In Spain, Antonio Campos-Izquierdo, María Dolores González-Rivera, Marijke Taks
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Increased attention to the multiple benefits attributed to sport and physical activity in recent years, has boosted the sport industry and related employment opportunities. Sport and physical activity (SPA) professionals are central in delivering the core services in this sector. This paper analyses the key functions of Spanish SPA professionals in order to reveal the range of opportunities and to strengthen their position in a tapering labour market in Spain.
Face-to-face interviews based on a standardized questionnaire were conducted with 2500 SPA professionals, who were active in 1797 sports facilities across the country. Functions and multi-functionality were analyzed based on …