Physical Literacy: Multi-disciplinary Practices – Webinar

Following on the successful recent Webinar: ‘Unpacking Physical Literacy on a Global Scale’ our next one is scheduled for Friday 20th June at 2.00pm (14:00) BST and entitled: Physical Literacy: Multi-disciplinary practices – sharing the concept more widely.

As part of the association’s Education and Training, the IPLA offers a suite of workshops and opportunities to share and discuss the concept and consider how it might impact upon practice. The focus of this webinar showcases the IPLA’s endeavour to share the concept more widely and enable members to utilise it in their practice. Panel members will share their experiences and the resultant outcomes of how they have used and implemented the IPLA Foundation Course in their broad work streams including in health, early years, higher education and coaching. Contributors include:

David Kennedy, Health Improvement Senior, Physical Activity for Health Programme Co-ordinator, Healthy Lifestyle and Weight Management Service, NHS Lanarkshire.

Dr Vassiliki Riga, Professor of Theatrical Expression, Rhythm and Movement in Early Childhood Education, University of Patras, Greece

Ignacio Sabaté Lobo, Sports manager, Physical Trainer and Racquetball Teacher, San Jose, Costa Rica.

This session will: 

• Explore multi-disciplinary practices utilising the concept of physical literacy.
• Discuss key challenges and opportunities in promoting physical literacy.
• Provide insights from education and training within physical literacy and resultant practical application.
• Encourage dialogue and collaboration among academics, educators, leaders and practitioners.

Date: Friday, 20th June 2025
Time: 2.00pm (14:00) BST
Location: Online (via Zoom)

How to Register: 

Secure your place by registering in advance: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81479047236?pwd=JG9lykba8QWDFBb2CQKe7wa8pf5NyX.1

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with details on how to join the meeting.

This event is ideal for researchers, educators, health, sport and physical activity practitioners, and anyone interested in the development of physical literacy in their practice.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with international experts and deepen your understanding of how physical literacy is evolving worldwide.

We look forward to seeing you there!