Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents (PAQ-A)

The PAQ-A (a slightly modified version of the PAQ-C with the “recess” item removed) is a self-administered, 7-day recall instrument. It was developed to assess general levels of physical activity for high school students in grades 9 to 12 and approximately 14 to 19 years of age. The PAQ-A can be administered in a classroom setting and provides a summary physical activity score derived from eight items, each scored on a 5-point scale.

Domains Assessed: Physical

Note: The PAQ-A is administered to participants age 14-19.

References: Kowalski, K.C., Crocker, P.R., Faulkner, R.A. (2007). Validation of the Physical Activity Questionnaire for Older Children. Pediatric Exercise Science, 9, 174-186

Time to Complete: 5 minutes

A complete list of assessments can be found here.