Setting the Physical Literacy Landscape in Adaptive Sports Ashley Fallaize MS, CARSS II, CIFT, AAI Mara Galic MHSc, RD Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Learning Outcomes By the end of this session, the participant will be able to: Understand the importance of Physical Literacy Know how to include Physical Literacy principles in Adaptive Sports programming Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Session Structure Introduction to Physical Literacy Elements of Physical Literacy Activity Physical Literacy in Adaptive Sports Group Huddle on Elements of Physical Literacy in Adaptive Sports Q and A Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- What is it? As sports instructors and physical educators we’ve been teaching it all along “Physical Literacy is when kids have developed the SKILLS and CONFIDENCE to participate in MANY different physical activities and sports.” (Physical Literacy at Summer Cam- Active for Life) Physical Literacy develops a “movement vocabulary” (CS4L Physical Literacy) Skills form the basis for moving effectively Confidence is developed from having the competence and motivation to execute effectively Can be used/transferred in different environments (land vs. water, indoors vs. outdoors, warm vs. cold climates) and in new sports. Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- Why Important? “Physical Literacy is important because it gives kids the confidence to stay active for life. It’s not about being a “super star” athlete- everyone can learn fundamental movement skills, and everyone can become physically literate.” (Active for Life Physical Literacy at Summer Camp) Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- Why Important? A successful environment to increase physical literacy should include: A teacher, coach or parent guiding Free play New activities Opportunities to work together Freedom to ask questions Supportive environment Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- How does it fit in? Table from: http://assets.ngin.com/attachments/document/0098/1005/Hockey_For_Life_Poster_2016.pdf?_ga=2.112572868.1172934146.1541434331-574853065.1541434330 Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- Elements 5 Basic Elements of Physical Literacy 1) Locomotor (running or wheeling) 2) Jumping 3) Throwing 4) Kicking 5) Balance Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- Element 1 Locomotor: Focuses on the child’s ability to run Running is a foundation for sports Running skill will continue to mature into adulthood Traditionally measured by running to a defined distance and back. https://www.ellenstumbo.com/mothers-share-challenges-joys-cerebral-palsy/ Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- Element 2 Jumping Jumping, hoping and leaping are importance for dodging and quick changes in direction Jumping- 2 feet to 2 feet Hoping- on one foot Leaping- jumping from one foot to another https://www.parents.com/health/special-needs-now/10-things-ive-learned-from-my-daughter-with-down-syndrome/ Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- Element 3 Throwing Importance for many ball or field sports Hand-eye coordination is important Different ways of throwing: Overhand Underhand Sidearm https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/06/12/war-amputees-disabled-kids-bond-over-softball/10407191/ Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- Element 4 Kicking Control and tracking skills are important here Difference in object size and mass Kicking: Stationary Moving ball Moving Body Stationary Ball Moving Body Moving Ball http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sdut-boys-head-to-world-dwarf-games-2013jul26-story.html Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- Element 5 Balance Importance for overall locomotor control Static vs. Dynamic balance Both are equally importance in sport https://www.pinterest.com/independence1st/cool-kids/ Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- How Assessed Currently Physical Literacy Assessment for Youth (PLAY): Includes 6 tools: PLAYfun: used by trained professional to assess a child in 18 fundamental skills/tasks PLAYbasic: A simplified version of PLAYfun that can be administered quickly by a trained professional to provide a snapshot of a child’s level of physical activity PLAYself: Used by children and youth to assess their own physical literacy Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- How Assessed Currently PLAYparent: Used by parents of school-aged children to assess their child’s level of physical literacy PLAYcoach: Used by coaches, physiotherapists, athletic trainers, exercise professionals, and recreational professionals to record their perceptions of a child’s level of physical literacy. PLAYinventory: A form used to record and track a child’s leisure- time activities throughout the year. Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy- Elements Activity In small groups, thinking about existing programming On one color sticky note: Write what ways are you already incorporating physical literacy in your sports and recreation programming for youth. On another color sticky note: Write what ways you can incorporate physical literacy into your sports and recreation programming for youth. (5 minutes then guided share) Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy in Adaptive Sports- The Need Large gap in physical literacy literature about children with disability How do they fit into the picture? What is being done? What more should we do? Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy in Adaptive Sports- How to Incorporate Consider setting aside 20-30 minutes of your current adaptive sport programs for fundamental movements. Make it fun! Modify activities to fit the abilities of the group, activity space, the age, level, and size of your group. Implement a Fundamentals “Fun Fundamentals” Program that is a multi- sport for younger children http://www.theeducationtrends.com/what-is-adapted-physical-education/ Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy in Adaptive Sports- How to Incorporate Create a safe physical environment Inspect the activity area at the start of every session. Inspect the activity equipment prior to every session. Stop unsafe conduct and behavior among children. Establish an encouraging learning environment Establish expectations and routines. Teach children your expectations for each activity session. For example: Stopping/starting on your signal. Establish opening routines for your sessions, where to sit, how to listen, warm-up. Establish closing routines for your sessions, e.g. clean up, group time, and listening. Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Physical Literacy in Adaptive Sports- Group Huddle How do we SUCCESSFULLY assess Physical Literacy in Adaptive Sports? Do we modify the elements? Do we modify the assessment strategies? Do we group by physical/mental ability? Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Resources for Physical Literacy PLAYfun: https://play.physicalliteracy.ca/play-tools/playfun PLAYbasic: http://physicalliteracy.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/PLAYbasic_workbook.pdf PLAYself: https://play.physicalliteracy.ca/play-tools/playself PLAYparent: https://play.physicalliteracy.ca/play-tools/playparent PLAYcoach: http://sportforlife.ca/portfolio-view/play-coah/ PLAYinventory: https://play.physicalliteracy.ca/play-tools/playinventory Physical Literacy at Summer Camp Lesson Plans: https://activeforlife.com/lesson-plan-modules/ Physical Literacy Concept Paper: http://sportforlife.ca/portfolio-view/physical-literacy-concept-paper/ Developing Physical Literacy: http://sportforlife.ca/portfolio-view/developing-physical-literacy-a-guide- for-parents-of-children-ages-0-to-12/ Introduction to Physical Literacy: http://sportforlife.ca/portfolio-view/introduction-to-physical-literacy/ Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Open floor for questions and answers Q and A Open floor for questions and answers Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Contact Information Ashley Fallaize MS, CARSS II, CIFT, AAI Mara Galic MSHc, RD Manager of Training and Education Director of Operations BlazeSports America, Inc afallaize@blazesports.org mgalic@blazesports.org www.blazesports.org 404-270-2035 404-270-2029 Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org

Resources ActiveForLife.com. (2018). Physical Literacy at Summer Camp 1 Week Unit for Ages 8-12 Years. Retrieved November 05, 2018, from https://activeforlife.com/content/uploads/2015/05/AFL_module_camp_8-12_1_week.pdf ADM Kids. (2018). USA Hockey's American Development Model. Retrieved November 05, 2018, from http://assets.ngin.com/attachments/document/0098/1005/Hockey_For_Life_Poster_201 6.pdf?_ga =2.108853826.1172934146.1541434331-574853065.1541434330 Kriellaars, D., & Robillard, B. (2013). Physical Literacy Assessment for Youth: Basic. Victoria, B.C.: Canadian Sports Institute- Pacific. doi: http://physicalliteracy.ca/wp- content/uploads/2016/08/PLAYbasic_workbook.pdf Copyright 2018, All Rights Reserved www.blazesports.org