1. Setting the Physical Literacy Landscape in Adaptive Sports Ashley Fallaize MS, CARSS II, CIFT, AAI Mara Galic MHSc, RD
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2. 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
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3. 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
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4. 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.
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5. 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)
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6. 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
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7. Physical Literacy- How does it fit in?
Table from:
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8. Physical Literacy- Elements
5 Basic Elements of Physical Literacy
1) Locomotor (running or wheeling)
2) Jumping
3) Throwing
4) Kicking
5) Balance
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9. 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.
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10. 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
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11. Physical Literacy- Element 3
Throwing
Importance for many ball or field sports
Hand-eye coordination is important
Different ways of throwing:
Overhand
Underhand
Sidearm
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12. 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
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13. Physical Literacy- Element 5
Balance
Importance for overall locomotor control
Static vs. Dynamic balance
Both are equally importance in sport
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14. 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
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15. 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.
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16. 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)
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17. 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?
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18. Physical Literacy in Adaptive Sports- How to Incorporate
Consider setting aside 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
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19. 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.
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20. 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?
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21. Resources for Physical Literacy
PLAYfun: PLAYbasic: PLAYself: PLAYparent: PLAYcoach: PLAYinventory: Physical Literacy at Summer Camp Lesson Plans: Physical Literacy Concept Paper: Developing Physical Literacy: for-parents-of-children-ages-0-to-12/ Introduction to Physical Literacy:
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22. Open floor for questions and answers
Q and A
Open floor for questions and answers
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23. Contact Information
Ashley Fallaize MS, CARSS II, CIFT, AAI
Mara Galic MSHc, RD
Manager of Training and Education
Director of Operations
BlazeSports America, Inc
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24. Resources
ActiveForLife.com. (2018). Physical Literacy at Summer Camp 1 Week Unit for Ages 8-12 Years. Retrieved November 05, 2018, from
ADM Kids. (2018). USA Hockey's American Development Model. Retrieved November 05, 2018, from 6.pdf?_ga =
Kriellaars, D., & Robillard, B. (2013). Physical Literacy Assessment for Youth: Basic. Victoria, B.C.: Canadian Sports Institute- Pacific. doi: content/uploads/2016/08/PLAYbasic_workbook.pdf
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