The purpose of this study was to highlight and analyze the interaction between recreation instructors and class teachers during ordinary school time. The study is based on a qualitative method in form of semi-structured interviews and observations in three different schools. We have used the positioning theory and complemented it with Goffman´s theory and professionalization theory for analysis of interviews.

One of the conclusions of the study was that the recreation instructor often ends up in a subordinate position towards the class teacher. However, there was a difference regarding the professional role of the experienced towards unexperienced recreation instructor. This happened both intentionally and unconsciously from roles that can be difficult to break out from.