| Category
| Description
| Some examples
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| Adventure | Physical activities, usually outdoors, where risk taking or participant initiative is a key element. | Duke of Edinburgh, Scouts/Guides, Military groups, Outdoor activities, Airborne activities, Motor sport, Water sport |
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| Art | Activities where participants express themselves creatively through the written word, theatrical performance, film, or visual arts. | Drama, Arts and crafts, Graffiti art, Literature, Circus skills |
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| Clubs and games | Societies, youth groups, and thematic clubs that meet on a regular basis. | Youth clubs, Interest groups, Snooker clubs, Board games, Chess club |
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| Entertainment | Fee-per-entry social activities. | Cinema, Bowling, Laser Quest, Ice skating, Bingo, Gigs/Festivals, Theatre going |
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| Learning and Life Skills | Formal and informal educational activities. May include a structured learning element, be focused on a theme, or lead to a qualification. | IT, Homework clubs, Award schemes, Vocational schemes, IAG, Mentoring schemes |
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| Music and dance | Activities where participants express themselves creatively through music or dance. Includes performing, composing, and choreography. | Music tuition, DJing, Street dance, Opera, Folk dance, Ballet |
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| Sport | Physical activities with a focus on competition, personal fitness, or relaxation. Includes individual and team sports. | Football, Swimming, Hockey, Fitness, Martial arts, Angling |
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| Volunteering | Activities where participants give their free time to benefit the community. | Community group activity, Sports coaching |
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