The Concept and Classification of Sport from the Historical Evolution, Structure and Whole Perspectives

The concept and classification of sport was probed from the history and reality perspectives. The author pointed out that sport is a kind of social cultural activity which strengthens constitution, improves development of human body, improves sport skill. According to the different subjects and purposes, sport may contain three parts, namely social sports, school sports and competitive sports. Separating sport from competition is lack of theoretical and practical support.