Prf Rebecca Lloyd: The Surprising Connection Between Movement Sound and Physical Literacy

Discover how embracing a philosophical shift in movement can transform physical activity from routine to a deeply relational and joyful experience. Professor Rebecca Lloyd shares insights on integrating emotion, cognition, environment, and social connection into physical literacy, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, creativity, and joy for lifelong engagement.Key TopicsThe comprehensive definition of physical literacy: motivation, confidence, competence, understanding, and relational connectionThe sensory and embodied nature of movement, including sound, touch, and environmentThe philosophical shift: from viewing bodies as objects to understanding movement as relational and expressivePractical strategies for educators: scheduling, offering choices, and emphasizing joy over competenceThe role of movement storytelling and literacy as a form of expressive languageRebuilding and maintaining a positive relationship with movement later in lifeInnovative activities like hoop dancing and relational movement practices in schoolsLeveraging fun and creativity to motivate lifelong physical activityConnect with Professor Rebecca LloydInstagram: Interactive for LifeWebsite: function2flow.caIPLA - https://www.physical-literacy.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.