CHAPTER3 TOWARD THE REALIZATION OF LIFELONGPARTICIPATION IN SPORTS
SECTION3: DEVELOPMENT OF COMMUNITY SPORTS ENVIRONMENTS
6. Developing and Supporting Sports Associations
Sports associations have played a major role in the promotion of sports in Japan.The Japan Amateur Sports Association,Japanese Olympic Committee,
National Recreation Association of Japan and central sports associations have long promoted the setting of rules,hosting of national competitions,training of instructors and the development of clubs,as well as instructional and promotional programs,and research and survey efforts.Sports associations are diversifying in accordance with the recent diversification of sports.There are associations for new types of sports,outdoor activities and youth sports as well as associations supporting sports events conducted by sports associations,and more.Making use of assistance from tbe Sports Promotion Fund(described later)for the promotion of national competitions,MESSC is promoting the development of various sports associations that meet the diverse needs of the Japanese with a view to promoting lifelong participation in sports.
