Physical literacy
Physical Literacy
Physical literacy is about building the skills, knowledge and behaviours that give us the confidence and motivation to live active lives.
Psychological
PsychologicalThe attitudes and emotions a person has towards movement and the impact they have on their confidence and motivation to move.
Engagement & enjoyment
Positive emotions and experiences derived from movement and physical activity.
Engagement & enjoyment
What it could look like:
- Focused and engaged in activity
- Happiness, fulfilment, contentment
- Feeling excited about an upcoming activity or event
Pre-foundational - Stage 0
I have the potential to learn through movement and physical activity. At this stage I have not yet developed relevant attitudes and emotions associated with myself, and movement and physical activity.Foundation & Exploration - Stage 1
Establishes and explores positive emotions in response to movement and physical activity.- Expressing excitement and enjoyment when playing games and being active
- Engaging and resisting distractions when involved in movement and physical activity
Acquisition & Accumulation - Stage 2
Proactively engages in movement and physical activity for enjoyment.- Participating in group games because of the social nature and interaction with friends
- Feeling excited at the prospect of physical activity
Consolidation & Mastery - Stage 3
Identifies and draws on factors that consistently generate positive emotions from participating in movement and physical activity.- Staying engaged and enjoying movement and physical activity even when it is challenging
- Being totally immersed in an activity
Transfer & Empowerment - Stage 4
I am empowered by movement and physical activity. I continually transfer my skills, knowledge and feelings to different movement and physical activity contexts. I use combinations of elements from all four domains, and apply my learnings through movement and physical activity to other aspects of my life.- Persevering with a fitness class even though there are many reasons you could find not to (e.g. work/study deadlines). You know that you will be engaged in the activity when you get there, and that you will recognise the benefits to your fitness and your mental health after the class. You sign up for some of the popular but more intense lunchtime sessions as you feel these will motivate you to maintain your goals. You also think that you could encourage some colleagues and friends to join, as you think they would feel welcome at the class.
Confidence
A belief in self worth and ability to perform in movement and physical activity.
Confidence
What it could look like:
- Showing a degree of certainty and assuredness
- Willing to try new movements or physical activities
- Showing resilience and maintaining a sense of self-belief after experiencing a set back e.g. returning from injury, losing a game
Pre-foundational - Stage 0
I have the potential to learn through movement and physical activity. At this stage I have not yet developed relevant attitudes and emotions associated with myself, and movement and physical activity.Foundation & Exploration - Stage 1
Derives feelings of competence and self-worth derived from movement and physical activity.- Willing to try new movements or physical activities
- Experiencing positive outcomes from participating in movement activities e.g. increased confidence
Acquisition & Accumulation - Stage 2
Builds on feelings of competence and self-worth through participation in movement and physical activity.- Having belief in own capabilities when participating in movement and physical activity
- Displaying a positive response or showing resilience after a defeat or poor performance
Consolidation & Mastery - Stage 3
Demonstrates, develops and maintains resilient feelings of competence and self-worth during movement and physical activity.- Embracing challenges and identifying strategies to maintain feelings of competency and worth
- Feelings of confidence are unaffected by potentially negative experiences. e.g. critical feedback, deselection in a team
Transfer & Empowerment - Stage 4
I am empowered by movement and physical activity. I continually transfer my skills, knowledge and feelings to different movement and physical activity contexts. I use combinations of elements from all four domains, and apply my learnings through movement and physical activity to other aspects of my life.- Persevering with a fitness class even though there are many reasons you could find not to (e.g. work/study deadlines). You know that you will be engaged in the activity when you get there, and that you will recognise the benefits to your fitness and your mental health after the class. You sign up for some of the popular but more intense lunchtime sessions as you feel these will motivate you to maintain your goals. You also think that you could encourage some colleagues and friends to join, as you think they would feel welcome at the class.
Motivation
Reasons for engaging in movement and physical activity in response to internal or external factors.
Motivation
What it could look like:
- Desiring to seek new movement challenges
- Reacting to external input and feedback
- Participating in physical activity for enjoyment and health and wellbeing benefits
Pre-foundational - Stage 0
I have the potential to learn through movement and physical activity. At this stage I have not yet developed relevant attitudes and emotions associated with myself, and movement and physical activity.Foundation & Exploration - Stage 1
Explores personal reasons to participate in movement and physical activity.- Identifying reasons that motivate us to move and be physically active
- Participating in activities that motivate us
- Being influenced by others to participate in movement and physical activity e.g. parents
Acquisition & Accumulation - Stage 2
Directs energy and effort towards participating in movement and physical activity.- Understanding the reasons that motivate us and drawing on these to achieve goals
- Drawing on others to support motivation e.g. coaches
- Implementing motivational strategies such as using activity tracking tools to monitor activity
Consolidation & Mastery - Stage 3
Values and wants to participate in regular movement and physical activity for enjoyment and satisfaction.- Prioritising and persevering with physical activity even when it is challenging e.g. due to time constraints, a plateau in performance
- Valuing reasons for movement and physical activity and using them as motivation e.g. achieving a goal, learning a new skill
Transfer & Empowerment - Stage 4
I am empowered by movement and physical activity. I continually transfer my skills, knowledge and feelings to different movement and physical activity contexts. I use combinations of elements from all four domains, and apply my learnings through movement and physical activity to other aspects of my life.- Persevering with a fitness class even though there are many reasons you could find not to (e.g. work/study deadlines). You know that you will be engaged in the activity when you get there, and that you will recognise the benefits to your fitness and your mental health after the class. You sign up for some of the popular but more intense lunchtime sessions as you feel these will motivate you to maintain your goals. You also think that you could encourage some colleagues and friends to join, as you think they would feel welcome at the class.
Connection to place
Appreciation and connection to the environment, both built and natural in relation to movement and physical activity.
Connection to place
What it could look like:
- Seeking different, yet familiar environments to do a preferred physical activity e.g. skiing at different mountain locations
- Participating in different activities because of a connection to that environment e.g. hike, horse ride, mountain bike in a national park
Pre-foundational - Stage 0
I have the potential to learn through movement and physical activity. At this stage I have not yet developed relevant attitudes and emotions associated with myself, and movement and physical activity.Foundation & Exploration - Stage 1
Experiences and explores natural and built places where movement and physical activity take place.- Recognising the opportunities environments offer e.g. a beach can be used for swimming, walking, running
- Exploring ways to be active e.g. using equipment in a park to create movement challenges or games
Acquisition & Accumulation - Stage 2
Understands and proactively explores the way the natural and built environments influence movement and physical activity.- Choosing to walk/run/cycle in a national park because of a connection to that environment
- Trying different environments to develop a preference for a particular setting e.g. playing basketball indoors or in a park
Consolidation & Mastery - Stage 3
Appreciates and values natural and built environments and understands how these influence types of movement and physical activity.- Choosing to participate in movement and physical activity at various locations to experience different environments e.g. surfing at different beaches and gaining individual wellbeing benefits
- Seeking out additional movement and physical activity opportunities due to a connection to place e.g. kayaking, surfing, paddle boarding due to connection to the ocean
Transfer & Empowerment - Stage 4
I am empowered by movement and physical activity. I continually transfer my skills, knowledge and feelings to different movement and physical activity contexts. I use combinations of elements from all four domains, and apply my learnings through movement and physical activity to other aspects of my life.- Persevering with a fitness class even though there are many reasons you could find not to (e.g. work/study deadlines). You know that you will be engaged in the activity when you get there, and that you will recognise the benefits to your fitness and your mental health after the class. You sign up for some of the popular but more intense lunchtime sessions as you feel these will motivate you to maintain your goals. You also think that you could encourage some colleagues and friends to join, as you think they would feel welcome at the class.
Self-perception
Understands self in relation to movement and physical activity and recognises personal strengths and areas for development.
Self-perception
What it could look like:
- Knowing personal qualities, strengths and areas for development in relation to movement and physical activity
- Knowing when to receive and seek feedback, and who to seek it from
Pre-foundational - Stage 0
I have the potential to learn through movement and physical activity. At this stage I have not yet developed relevant attitudes and emotions associated with myself, and movement and physical activity.Foundation & Exploration - Stage 1
Experiences and explores personal preferences in relation to movement and physical activity.- Recognising games that are liked or not liked
- Expressing, showing or explaining, movements you are good at
Acquisition & Accumulation - Stage 2
Identifies strengths and areas for development, practising strategies to improve them.- Practising specific skills with the intention of improvement
- Being aware of strengths and how to take advantage of them
Consolidation & Mastery - Stage 3
Evaluates strengths and areas for development, devising strategies to support growth.- Drawing on feedback from self and others to gain insight into strengths and areas for development
- Prioritising areas for improvement and choosing appropriate strategies to support development
Transfer & Empowerment - Stage 4
I am empowered by movement and physical activity. I continually transfer my skills, knowledge and feelings to different movement and physical activity contexts. I use combinations of elements from all four domains, and apply my learnings through movement and physical activity to other aspects of my life.- Persevering with a fitness class even though there are many reasons you could find not to (e.g. work/study deadlines). You know that you will be engaged in the activity when you get there, and that you will recognise the benefits to your fitness and your mental health after the class. You sign up for some of the popular but more intense lunchtime sessions as you feel these will motivate you to maintain your goals. You also think that you could encourage some colleagues and friends to join, as you think they would feel welcome at the class.
Self-regulation (emotions)
Ability to manage emotions and resulting behaviours in relation to movement and physical activity.
Self-regulation (emotions)
What it could look like:
- Channelling frustration into motivation
- Overcoming nervousness
- Regulating/overcoming anger or upset
Pre-foundational - Stage 0
I have the potential to learn through movement and physical activity. At this stage I have not yet developed relevant attitudes and emotions associated with myself, and movement and physical activity.Foundation & Exploration - Stage 1
Explores emotional responses resulting from participation in movement and physical activity, and begins to recognise how to regulate these.- Identifying emotions felt before, during and after movement and physical activities
- Recognising how actions (e.g. unsporting behaviour) are influenced by emotions and feelings
- Showing awareness of other’s feelings and needs
Acquisition & Accumulation - Stage 2
Identifies and practises strategies to manage emotions and associated responses.- Practising and refining self-regulation strategies to successfully manage emotional responses e.g. positive self-talk
- Overcoming emotional barriers e.g. attempting something despite feeling nervous or fearful
Consolidation & Mastery - Stage 3
Successfully manages and utilises emotions, implementing strategies to regulate them during movement and physical activity.- Knowing and applying a range of strategies for self-regulation to optimise performance e.g. self imagery
- Demonstrating emotional resilience e.g. being able to successfully continue despite experiencing negative emotions
Transfer & Empowerment - Stage 4
I am empowered by movement and physical activity. I continually transfer my skills, knowledge and feelings to different movement and physical activity contexts. I use combinations of elements from all four domains, and apply my learnings through movement and physical activity to other aspects of my life.- Persevering with a fitness class even though there are many reasons you could find not to (e.g. work/study deadlines). You know that you will be engaged in the activity when you get there, and that you will recognise the benefits to your fitness and your mental health after the class. You sign up for some of the popular but more intense lunchtime sessions as you feel these will motivate you to maintain your goals. You also think that you could encourage some colleagues and friends to join, as you think they would feel welcome at the class.
Self-regulation (physical)
Recognising and managing physical signals such as pain, fatigue and exertion.
Self-regulation (physical)
What it could look like:
- Pacing through an endurance event
- Seeking substitution from team sport for rest
- Knowing how to push yourself yet working within own physical limits
Pre-foundational - Stage 0
I have the potential to learn through movement and physical activity. At this stage I have not yet developed relevant attitudes and emotions associated with myself, and movement and physical activity.Foundation & Exploration - Stage 1
Explores physical signals before, during, and after different movement and physical activity, and begins to recognise how to regulate these- Recognising changes in heart rate and breathing rate before, during, and after physical activity
- Exploring the impact of feeling fatigued during a run
Acquisition & Accumulation - Stage 2
Identifies and practises strategies to manage physical signals such as fatigue and pain, before, during and after movement and physical activity.- Stretching as part of a cool down to reduce muscle soreness after exercise
- Slowing down or going faster in response to recognising level of fatigue
Consolidation & Mastery - Stage 3
Manages physical responses to movement and physical activity, implementing strategies to regulate them.- Planning and preparing the body to be physically active in different conditions e.g. preventing dehydration in hot conditions
- Using a pacing strategy to complete an event in the best possible time
Transfer & Empowerment - Stage 4
I am empowered by movement and physical activity. I continually transfer my skills, knowledge and feelings to different movement and physical activity contexts. I use combinations of elements from all four domains, and apply my learnings through movement and physical activity to other aspects of my life.- Persevering with a fitness class even though there are many reasons you could find not to (e.g. work/study deadlines). You know that you will be engaged in the activity when you get there, and that you will recognise the benefits to your fitness and your mental health after the class. You sign up for some of the popular but more intense lunchtime sessions as you feel these will motivate you to maintain your goals. You also think that you could encourage some colleagues and friends to join, as you think they would feel welcome at the class.