Sports public policy: sports activities in the first cycle in the municipalities of the metropolitan area of Lisbon

Abstract

This study seeks to understand the Public Policies of Sports in 1st Cycle of Basic Education formulated by the Municipalities of Lisbon Metropolitan Area (Portugal). Methodologically was used a qualitative and interpretative approach, having applied to six Municipalities a model of analysis with indicators of structural, financial, strategic and inter-municipal nature. Data collection took place between 2016 and 2018, having been used the methods of Document Analysis and Guided Interview. We verified that only in one of the Municipalities the Sport Department is responsible for managing these activities, being the intervention of the Municipalities made through the provision of Sports Practice, Teacher Training and Logistic Support programs. This study allowed us to conclude that the Municipalities mostly delegate this responsibility to other Entities and that the programs are predominantly evaluated as positive, although gaps have been identified at different levels (structural, logistical and human).