[hlnx1]

Physical literacy is a term used widely in youth sport and physical education. It describes more than skill: it is the combination of things that make people likely to stay active for life.

Common definitions include:

• Motivation: wanting to be active
• Confidence: believing you can take part and improve
• Physical competence: having the movement skills to do so
• Knowledge and understanding: knowing why activity matters and how to do it

A child who is skilful but hates sport, or keen but lacking basic skills, is missing part of the picture.

On long-term pathways: player development pathways.

How do you think schools and clubs could support physical literacy better?

[hlnx1]

A useful lens for coaches: after each session, ask whether children left wanting to come back, feeling a bit more capable, and understanding something new. Those are the parts of physical literacy a single session can influence.

Winning the game at the end is not one of them, although children usually enjoy it.

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