International Physical Literacy Conference June 13 – 16, 2015

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Saturday June 13, 2015

12:30 – 14:00

Opening Remarks & Keynote with Dr. John Izzo

Stepping Up-How Taking Responsibility Changes Everything Dr. John Izzo is the bestselling author of six books including Stepping Up and The Five Secrets You Must Discover before You Die. In this keynote he will show us the power of one person to create change and what happens when each one of us decides to be the agent of change. He will show the power of personal responsibility in life, work, relationships and society.

14:00 – 14:30

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The impact of circus and play on movement creativity Dean Kriellaars Creativity may be a hidden gem of physical literacy. A new assessment of movement creativity will be presented. The impact of circus and play on creativity will be discussed. Creating a Culture of Inclusion Andrea Carey All abilities should have an equal opportunity develop physical literacy and pursue active for life. As champions for Physical Literacy, we all need to create a culture in our organizations that supports inclusion for all abilities. Promoting physical literacy within the physical education classroom through affective questioning Stephen McGinley, Joanna Sheppard This presentation will showcase the use of three physical education curricular and pedagogical innovative models ? Sport Education, Inventing Games, and Teaching Games for Understanding. Nature Schools and Physical Literacy Viviene Temple Quick overview of nature schools

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14:30 – 15:00 – Break

Enjoy an active break with FMS Fitness Circuit or visit the Exhibitors and Posters in Grand Ballroom CD.

15:00 – 16:00

Session - A1

Physical Literacy in school - The effect of teacher/learner interactions Susan Walker It is well documented that physical literacy is more than fundamental movement skills - implicit to the concept are motivation, confidence and understanding. Is there a pedagogy of engagement which enables this environment to develop? Empowering and disempowering climates and Welsh pupils' motivation and engagement in PE Daniel Milton Physical literacy has been identified by Sports Wales and the Welsh Government as a key aim of physical education (PE). The purpose of this cross-section study was to examine the relationships between the motivational climate, pupils motivation and quality of engagement in PE.

Session - A2

Adapt It - Physical Literacy for Children with Disabilities Kelly Graham, Chris Wright All sectors have an obligation to reduce barriers to participation and make physical activity opportunities accessible, appropriate, and fun for children and youth with disabilities. PISE will share the steps they have taken to address the need for physical literacy programs for children & youth with physical and cognitive disabilities. Adapt It - Physical Literacy for Children with Autism Kelly Graham, Chris Wrights This session will first describe what autism looks like in a recreation setting. Then Kelly will discuss “I CAN Have Physical Literacy” a partner program with PISE and the Canucks Autism Network. Learnings from this pilot program including strategies for programming, communication and visual aids will be shared in the hope that other organizations will feel empowered to run their own PL programs.

Session - A3

The Partnership Story: Recreation, Education and The Learning Partnership Collaboration Denise Johnson Information on how we started four years ago with one school and have grown the program The Relationship between Physical Education and Physical Literacy in the U.S.A. Paul Roetert, Stephen Jefferies This presentation focuses on the relationship between physical education and physical literacy in the United States. The outcome of physical education is a physically literate person, who has the skills, confidence and understanding to continue participation in physical activity throughout the lifespan.

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Session - A4

Being Intentional about Physical Literacy in Children's Programs LJ Bartle There's more to developing Physical Literacy than helping kids learn fundamental movements. It's about intentionally creating the ideal environment to nurture healthy development. This interactive session will provide insight into how to program for kids in a way that naturally enhances their abilities through play. Physical literacy...naturally! Viviene Temple The effect of a 'nature school' model on kindergarten children's motor skill development was examined compared to a 'regular' kindergarten. Significant pre- to post-test improvements in locomotor and object control skills were seen for both groups; however significantly greater gains in locomotor skills were seen in the nature kindergarten group.

16:15 – 17:15

Session - B1

Differences in physical literacy may explain higher ACL injury rates in females Adam Decker Differences between male and females in physical literacy may be the cause of higher rates of ACL injuries in young women. This presentation provides evidence that females have lower overall proficiency in cutting, and greater right to left differences in movement. Recommendations for remediation of these potentially detrimental effects are provided. Physical literacy and injury prevention Dean Kriellaars A summary of the evidence for the use of a physical literacy approach for injury prevention in various sports will be presented, along with video presentation of recommended movement preparation drills. Release of PLAYSAFE Guidelines for using physical literacy for injury prevention.

Session - B2

All Children are Physically Literate - A Game Changing approach Osian Williams Conwy County Council are re-writing traditional models of PE, school sport and community sport delivery for all children. A lifelong, all embracing model focusing on children at the heart of delivery is being delivered. This new and innovative approach seeks to ensure that, by 2020, every child is physically literate. The New Coaching - Rethinking Sport Coaching to Develop Physical Literacy Paul Jurbala Traditional coaching for skill acquisition depends on coach-led instruction, demonstration, and repetition of drills. New research and leading-edge coaching practice suggests that bandwidth feedback, decision training, modified game play and other learning-based techniques are more effective in developing overall physical literacy and skilled sport performance.

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Session - B3

Engaging partners in sport Ziggy Tabacznik How and which way we can help and support partners on the theme sport and physical literacy in a different way. In a way that we are not depending on government funds but building a sustainable business model. This we do so by searching for new pathways and partnerships. Competition as a learning strategy to develop physical literacy in grassroots sports in Brazil Paula Korsakas This presentation intends to share the approach that the Sport for Human Development Program has been developing for more than 15 years in promoting positive competition experiences for kids as a key strategy to enhance physical literacy.

Session - B4

Developing Physical Literacy in Our Youngest Athletes: an innovative model for 0-6 year olds Jennifer Hood Using Jump Gymnastics Inc as a case study we will explore curriculum ideas, programming standards, assessment techniques and marketing strategies that are effective with this young age group and their parents/caregivers. Playground Markings - Can they develop Physical Literacy ? Tandy Jane Haughey This study will review the impact of implementing a training programme for teachers and playground supervisors in engaging young children at foundation level on playground markings to increase physical activity levels with particular reference to physical literacy development.

Sunday June 14, 2015

8:30 – 9:30

Session – AS1 – Limited Space

Developing Practical ABCs - the 'what' of physical literacy Susan Walker This programme has been developed to enable children aged 5-16 to make progress on their physical literacy journey. It builds on reserach by McCarthy and Walker (2014) which suggests the need for a pedagogical tool box to enable physical competency to be developed in a positive and innovative environment thus making progress on the motivation, confidence and knowledge aspects of physical literacy

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9:30- 11:30

Session – Active Sessions – Open to all Delegates

Practical Sport Demonstration with CPC Member Sports Let’s Play, Wheelchair Tennis, Wheelchair Athletics, Boccia & Goalball Experience parasport! The Canadian Paralympic Committee is excited to provide IPLC delegates with an opportunity to experience parasport first hand. There will be opportunities to try out adapted equipment, learn about various parasports as well as developing an appreciation for the physical literacy required to perform in these sports at the highest level. Run Jump Throw Wheel Active Session Douglas Duncan Participants will be transported back to childhood and given an opportunity to participate in a series of stations that are part of the Run Jump Throw and Wheel stations, learning the fundamental movement skills of running, jumping, throwing and wheeling (for participants in wheelchair) as foundation for participation in all sports and physical activity through track and field inspired activities and games. This is a great opportunity to not only learn about, but experience the program first hand and explore the opportunities to be able to implement it in your community. For those who do not want to engage in the active session, there will be walk and talk tour, from station to station to observe the program in action and learn about the variety of ways its delivery can be adapted to fit different sports.

11:30 – 13:00 – Lunch on Own

13:00 – 14:00

Remarks & Keynote with Margaret Whitehead The Roots of Physical Literacy and Implications of Working to Promote Physical Literacy The lecture will look at the background underpinning the development of the concept - both philosophical and practical, and will then set out what might be understood by 'literacy'. Attention will then be given to the implications of working to help all participants to make progress on their physical literacy journey.

14:15 – 15:45

Session - C1

Early Childhood Education and Physical Literacy Panel John Cairney (M), Nancy Ogden, Linda Di Giovanni In this session, we will discuss the importance of integrating pl into curriculum and practice in the early years space. Challenges, opportunities and strategies for practice will be discussed.

Session - C2

Creating Inclusion in BC through Parasport-Let's Play, Surrey After School Sports & Arts Initiative, Northern Strategy Andrea Carey (M) , Marni Abbott-Peter, DASH BC, Anne Pousette Celebrating some of the great learnings and successes in Parasport in BC, this presentation will focus on

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how we can leverage these best practices and bring them into other communities.

Session - C3

Physical Literacy Development in Northern Ireland: Reflections on the Journey so far! Gavin Breslin (M), Tandy J Haughey, Melanie McKee Physical literacy (PL) has been endorsed by Governing Bodies (GBs) of sport in Northern Ireland (NI) through the alignment of their policies and programmes accordingly. In this session we bring together a panel of policy, research and practitioners to provide reflections on work conducted in NI in children’s physical literacy development.We provide some new insights into training and research.

Session - C4

Building a CS4L Model for Older Adults Clay Melnike (M) , Scott McRoberts, Althea Martin Risden, Lisa Kostakis More attention is being provided to older adult healthy living strategies as well as stronger commitment to physical activity programming for this age population. This panel will describe the research project, review process, highlight current research, share best practices and discuss the results from 2 pilot projects

15:45 – 16:15 – Break

Enjoy an active break with Dance Pl3y or visit the Exhibitors and Posters in Grand Ballroom C and Foyer.

16:15 – 16:45

Session - D1

Snapshot study of Physical Activity within ACT Primary Schools – presented via Skype Sarah Keegan The snapshot study aims to see how often physical activity takes place in primary school P.E lessons within the ACT. We conducted observation in 30 schools (10 each from the North, South and middle), conducting 3 observations in each school. Calculating physical activity of children within the sample schools was measured by the SOFIT protocol.

Session - D2

Physical Literacy: An Implementation Journey in the Education Sector Tracy Lockwood Momentum is building and we want to share! Come learn how Ever Active Schools is promoting/supporting the development of Physical Literacy through a comprehensive school health approach in education and other sectors. We will highlight events such as our PL Summer Institute, PL Summit and our innovative PLAY Educator in Residence Program.

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Session - D3

Building Physical Literacy in Children and Youth Ted Temertzoglou This session will briefly introduce the Physical Literacy Assessment tools available in Canada today. Based on sample mock assessments from those tools, we'll use The Functional Fitness Chart Series (FFCs) developed by Thompson Educational Publishing to build personalized exercise plans for use in your sector to help more children and youth in their physical literacy journey.

Session - D4

Circus as a physical literacy intervention in grades 4 and 5. Dean Kriellaars This presentation will outline the results of a recent clustered field trial comparing standard PE curriculum to one enhanced with circus instruction.

16:45 – 18:00 – IPLC Social and Poster Session

Network with your peers, review and discuss posters with the authors, visit an exhibitor. Join us for an

informal evening of learning and sharing.

Monday June 15, 2015

8:30 – 9:30

Remarks & Keynote with Jessica Vliegenthart My Physical Literacy Journey as a Paralympian

9:30 – 10:00 – Coffee break

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10:00 – 11:30

Session - E1

Physical Literacy Assessment for Youth - PLAY Drew Mitchell Physical activity leaders such as coaches, recreation specialists and after school leaders need practical tools that are valid and reliable yet are also simple, affordable, realistic, useful, doable, and quick enough to understand and implement. This session focuses on the PLAY tools and how they can be easily implemented in a variety of settings for program evaluation. Canadian Assessment of Physical Literacy Patricia Longmuir The Canadian Assessment of Physical Literacy is an accurate and reliable method for assessing the motivation, knowledge, physical competence and daily behavior of children 8 to 12 years of age. Learn the assessment procedures and use the CAPL web site to record, analyze and summarize your results. CAPL Screening: Simple and Fast Tasks to Identify Children with Low Physical Literacy Patricia Longmuir We have identified 5 quick and easy tasks to identify children who are struggling on their physical literacy journey. Leaders can use these tasks to recognize and better support the participation of all children.

Session - E2

Move and Play - The Inclusive Way! Lindsay Wright , Amanda Ebert In order to promote a coordinated effort in Physical Literacy leader training in Alberta, the Be Fit For Life Network looked for support from provincial partners, The Steadward Centre for Personal & Physical Achievement and Special Olympics Alberta. Using existing resources, we will share training tools for leaders working to provide an inclusive opportunity for all participants. Developing Physical Literacy in Young Athletes with Special Needs Jennifer Hood Using the relationship between Jump Gymnastics Inc and Kids Physio Group, this presentation will explore the benefits of community partnerships for sport/rec programs, families and ultimately for children with developmental concerns. Leveling the Playing Field - Alternative Approaches to Physical Literacy Amber Muir Paralympic FUNdamentals, a first of its kind internationally, is a physical literacy resource designed to help educators create inclusive physical education classes to enable children of all abilities - both able-bodied and with a disability - to participate in the same physical activities/sports together through the use of parasports.

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Session - E3

My Personal Best: Physical literacy enrichment of After School programming Dean Kriellaars This is an large scale evaluation of a physical literacy enrichment of an after school program in Ontario. Over 268 sites and > 5000 children were assessed. The successes of this intervention are presented. Physical literacy and child development: expanding the horizons John Cairney In this talk, we consider the role of physical litreacy in relation to brain and social development in early childhood. A multifaceted role for pl is developed positioning it as an approach for optimizing whole child development.

Session - E4

Mobilizing a large municipal recreation department to support the development of physical literacy Stephanie Won Share the experience of how a large organization is mobilizing to focus product and service delivery on physical literacy and hear about a physical literacy pilot project that uses the PLAY Tools that was undertaken. Best Practices - Municipal Recreation Through the Lens of Physical Literacy Lorie Bowie The City of Surrey committed to adopting a physical literacy focus to enhance program quality, build staff and instructor competencies, and most importantly, encourage a lifelong love of participation in physical activity and sport. Learn how physical literacy in Surrey evolved and get ideas for recreation departments and organizations wanting to collaboratively promote physical literacy. Physical Literacy to Fundamental Life Skills: MoreSports Dick Woldring, Kris Hildebrand Building Community through fundamental sport and life skills in an award winning system called MoreSports with partners in the community. With a focus on the new comers to sports with Vancouver’s MoreSports as a vehicle: A Creative, inclusive, sustainable, neighbourhood based community sport programs that gives children and youth opportunity to develop fundamental life skills, a love of sport, physical literacy and activity. Sport is one of those things you don’t need language to do. Sport is the language of movement and a language we can all speak.

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11:45 – 12:45

Session - F1

Evaluating Physical Literacy in Middle School Youth Dwayne Sheehan Researchers at Mount Royal University (Calgary) are working with local recreation partners and school districts to complete a comprehensive evaluation of physical literacy in 8-12 year old children. Phase I (2014) included the assessment of approximately 300 children. Results from the motor, affective and cognitive domain will be shared. The Physical Literacy Observation (PLOT) Tool: Using Observation to Understand and Enhance Physical Literacy of Preschool Children Dawne Clark , Nancy Ogden The Physical Literacy Observation Tool (PLOT) is a simple tool to observe preschoolers' physical literacy based on Whitehead's definition of physical literacy - motivation, confidence, and competence. This presentation will introduce the PLOT, its four components, and the results of validation/reliability assessments and piloting in child care centres and recreation programs.

Session - F2

Move and Play Through Traditional Games Be Fit for Life More information to follow Developing Physical Literacy in Aboriginal Communities through Youth Engagement Melanie Guertin In 2011, the University of Ottawa’s Indigenous Health Research Group approached PL3Y International to bring DANCEPL3Y (dance-play) physical activity programs to northern aboriginal communities as the intervention to get kids active.

Session - F3

The impact of the Foundation Phase on children's physical literacy Nalda Wainwright The presentation reports on the findings of research into the impact of the Welsh Foundation Phase curriculum on the development of children's physical literacy. The study was conducted in 2 selected schools over 2 years using a three phase complimentarity mixed methods design in order to capture a rich picture of pupils' development in the physical, cognitive and affective domains. Physical Literacy: Developing a Cross-Sector Plan for the United States Risa Isard Over the past decade, about a dozen countries have introduced, in a variety of forms, social movements based on “physical literacy.” Now we’re helping to introduce it to the U.S. with a cross-sector plan that can help combat declining rates of health and physical activity.

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Session - F4

Quality Sport Programming in Communities Lea Norris, Wafa Kadri, Christa Costas-Bradstreet, Diana Dampier This presentation will focus on two important aspects of furthering our collective mandate in promoting physical literacy. The first is an overview of the RBC Learn to Play Project, including the partners involved, the process of developing the project and the results to date. Quality programs in communities and unique initiatives funded through the grants will be highlighted as well as additional capacity building, evaluation and other supports that make this innovative project much more than a simple granting program. The presentation will have an interactive element and will seek input from delegates into the tools and resources required to communicate and share physical literacy terminology and key messages in order to advance physical literacy in Canada. RBC Learn to Play - Moving the National Physical Literacy Agenda Forward Diana Dampier, Wafa Kadri This presentation will provide an overview of the RBC Learn to Play Project, the granting program, look at unique physical literacy initatives and sector engagement

12:45 – 13:45 – Poster Session and Lunch

Join us for a stand up buffet lunch where you can visit with exhibitors, review posters that inspired you from the poster reception, or discuss learnings of the morning with colleagues.

13:45 – 14:15

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Regional Physical Literacy Coordinators Lindsay Wright How can the work of a collective support physical literacy development across Alberta? The Be Fit For Life Network will share how 9 regional centres have collaborated not only with each other but across sectors to support physical literacy development in Alberta. Physical literacy and aspiring physical education teachers self-efficacy: evidence from the Sport for LIFE programme Gavin Breslin We show how we developed self-efficacy within aspiring PE teachers through the delivery of a pre service physical activity and health programme called Sport for LIFE (SFL): a programme delivered nationally. A questionnaire was given to a sample of 99 trainee primary school teachers from two university/colleges in Northern Ireland. The findings are discussed in relation to PL development. Physical Literacy Project: Working Together for Young Children in Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood Donna Chang Through Physical Literacy we built a strong partnership in the Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood child care and family services. The neighbourhood providers (Trout Lake Community Centre, Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood House, Learning Tree and Boat Day Cares) joined together to increase physical literacy in preschool, childcare and family resource services. Integrating Physical Literacy into School PE Delivery Diane Nelson

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14:30 – 15:30

Session - G1

Your Questions Answered on Physical Literacy Margaret Whitehead This session will provide an opportunity for delegates to ask questions, seek advice and discuss research possibilities.

Session - G2

A life changing event cannot stop the power of physical activity. From a traumatic brain injury to recreating a new active for life pathway Rosalyn Fast Physical literacy is truly a lifelong journey. This presentation focuses on how one family has used physical activity and a pursuit of an active daily life to rebound from a traumatic life event. Facilitating Physical Literacy in Children with Developmental Disabilities: The Role of Parents Kyle Pushkarenko Given the heterogeneity amongst children with developmental disabilities, it is important that those facilitating activity experiences consider the perspectives of individuals closest with these children. Collaborative partnerships between educators and parents can provide optimal opportunities of acquiring physical literacy as parents can provide additional support and share vital information.

Session - G3

Sport for Development and Physical Literacy. What's the connection? James Mandigo, Erica Dugas Being physically literate is more than just the acquisition of fundamental skills. Physical literacy also includes the acquisition of life skills that are critical in the overall healthy development of individuals and their communities. This presentation will focus on how the development of physical literacy should be a priority for in sport for development and peace initiatives. Physical Literacy Mentorship Program Drew Cooper, Drew Mitchell

Session - G4

Live 5210 - A done-for-you framework for enhancing programs and environments so children thrive Eric Sinker, Brenda Adams Throughout BC the Live 5210 campaign is starting to gain momentum. Through the extensive partnerships between health, recreation, sport and education, a number of innovative and scalable initiatives have been delivered. This presentation will share best practices and demonstrate why it's clear that Live 5210 is a campaign that can easily align with existing frameworks, including CS4L. Mobilizing people across Quebec to help young Quebecers develop basic motor skills during early childhood Carl Clements This presentation from Quebec en Forme will present ways in which local communities, regional authorities, NGOs, government departments and their networks are working together to take concerted, complementary action with respect to motor skills development.

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15:30 – 16:00 – Break

Enjoy an active break with Susan Walker and Developing Practical ABCs or visit the Exhibitors and Posters in Grand Ballroom C and Foyer.

16:00 – 17:00

Session - H1

Creating, Implementing and Evaluating Evidence Based Recreation Programming for Children Dwayne Sheehan Early childhood physical literacy programming at a Calgary recreation centre has been developed using the scope and sequence from the Provincial physical education curriculum. Researchers working with the Canadian Academy of Healthier Generations have evaluated the model and will present the preliminary findings during this session. Using Collective Impact as a Catalyst for Change Elisa Maruzzo , Jared Kope It takes a community to build a community. PacificSport Fraser Valley shares two stories of community engagement that reflect how collective impact served as the catalyst for change. Participants will leave knowing how to utilize a cross-sectoral approach towards implementing sustainable impact where there is shared ownership.

Session - H2

Working together: Promoting safe play in communities around the 2015 Canada Winter Games Anne Pousette, Joanne Banfield In partnership, WINBC and Play Safe Initiative adapted "CS4L Physical Literacy and Injury Prevention Guide for Leaders" into community-based workshops delivered in northern British Columbia in advance of the 2015 Canada Winter Games.

Session - H3

Should we be utilising the knowledge of how children learn within the delivery strategies of physical literacy programs? Dominic Cunliffe This paper will discuss the findings from an assessment of 4500 children to establish 'what' and 'how' children learn, and acknowledge the findings from a study of Physical Education practitioners in their adoption of appropriate teaching strategies to heighten attention and engagement during taught class, and improved physical competences. Aspire Academy Foundation Year Program. Introducing Physical Literacy through a Multi Disciplinary Structured Program Aaron Palmer This presentation will focus on how we have introduced, delivered and refined an holistic physical literacy program to 12 -13 year old talented male athletes at the Aspire Academy in Qatar, given the various national challenges we face.

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Session - H4

Kids CanMove: Building a Foundation for Success in Sport Penny Erickson The KCM program is designed to provide children with the skills needed to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. The program introduces gymnastics based activities in schools and works alongside teachers in program delivery. This presentation will look at the initial development of the program, how it has evolved over time, and the successes and challenges faced throughout the years. Move Think Learn (MTL) Resource Series - Sport in Focus Stephanie Talsma , Tricia Zakaria School is the single largest access point to children and presents the greatest opportunity to support the development of physical literacy. Though the focus is on fundamental movement skills, transferable skills and physical literacy, schools can provide children with an introduction to sports. This session will highlight PHE Canada?s MTL sport resources for teachers and community leaders.

17:15 – 17:30

Ranting & Raving Richard Way (M), Paul Jurbala, Vicki Harber Join us to hear from experts in Sport for Life and Physical Literacy discuss some best practices and common mistakes seen in communities.

17:30 – 19:00

Town Hall Richard Way (M), Dean Kriellaars, Margaret Whitehead A discussion surrounding the past, present and future of Physical Literacy.

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Tuesday June 16, 2015

8:30 – 9:30

Opening Remarks and Keynote with Dean Kriellaars Movement Preparation for Injury Prevention and Performance Enhancement

9:30 – 10:00 – Break

Enjoy an active break with Dean Kriellaars with Movement Prepartion or visit the Exhibitors and Posters in Grand Ballroom C and Foyer.

10:00 – 11:30

Session - I1

Integrating Canadian Sport for Life into Community Based Programming Lea Norris Quality Sport starts and ends in the community. Learn how recreation departments, local sport organizations, schools and facilities have embraced the first 3 stages of the long term athlete development model, recognizing their role in setting the foundation for lifelong physical activity - Active for Life! Saskatchewan Partners for Physical Literacy-Engaging Community/Educators/Coaches Don Ratcliffe-Smith , Louise Humbert The Saskatchewan Partners for Physical Literacy(P4PL) was formed in 2011 to provide stewardship, guidance, and support to organizations working to inspire children and youth toward Physical Literacy. P4PL have initiated community pilots and developed an online resource, www.growingyoungmovers.ca. This unique collaboration of partners will share the resources and learnings from their projects. A Community Approach to Supporting Physical Literacy: Planning, Programs and Places Paul Jurbala Only a community approach which integrates planning, programs and places, and focuses on social catalysts including access and leadership, can fully support the development of physical literacy. In this session a framework for community PL development is presented and illustrated with leading examples from across Canada.

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Session - I2

Physical Literacy of Children with Epilepsy and Congenital Heart Disease Patricia Longmuir Children with epilepsy or congenital heart disease are known to be more sedentary than healthy peers. The Canadian Assessment of Physical Literacy was used to determine their strengths and weaknesses so that optimal support could be provided. Paralympic/Parasport Physical Literacy Assets – Featuring CPC, Sportability, BC Blind Sports Jenny Davey, Ross MacDonald, Jane Blaine Learn more about the unique, alternative ways to develop physical literacy in all children, regardless of ability. You will hear about promising practices from across Canada, and will get a chance to learn about resources you can leverage in your physical literacy practice. Special Olympics Physical Literacy Programs Adrian Szamreta This presentation will give an overview of Special Olympics Canada (SOC) youth programs. Specifically, our Active Start and Fundamentals programs and how they fit into our Long Term Athlete Development Model. Through an improved coach education program as well as number of updated resources designed to help improve fundamental movement skills and promote physical literacy of program participants, SOC has significantly improved the quality of the youth programs offered to individuals with an intellectual disability across Canada.

Session - I3

Participation in Physically Active Recreation and Motor Skills in Children in Grade 3 Patti-Jean Naylor Motor skills were correlated with reported physical activity, organized sport and recreational activities in Grade 3 children. Locomotor and object control skills related to physical activity, active recreation and organized sport participation. Participation levels didn't differ between boys and girls but activities, locomotor and object control skills did. The Opportunities for Physical Literacy Promotion on School Playgrounds within Five School Districts in British Columbia Christopher Lim School playgrounds were audited to describe play structures and motor skill development potential. Sufficient playground infrastructure was available. Playground equipment and nature-scapes provide opportunities for locomotor and stability skills while courts and fields opportunities for manipulative skills, if facilitated. Research assessing actual motor skill use on playgrounds is needed. 'Start to Move'- exploring the effectiveness of a national physical literacy intervention for 4-7 year olds in England David Morley The presenter and a team of experts were commissioned by the Youth Sports Trust in England to evaluate the effectiveness of a one-day physical literacy course for early years children (aged 4-7), named BUPA 'Start to Move'. The efficacy of the training course was investigated through a pre- and post-intervention, mixed methods approach, that included measuring physical activity levels during a PE lesson (using accelerometers), motor-proficiency (Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency - Brief Form(BOT2)) and interviews/ focus groups for Head teachers, teachers and pupils. The main research question was 'How has attendance on the course subsequently impacted on children's physical literacy, specifically motor proficiency, physical activity levels and teacher and pupil perceptions of Physical Education?' This presentation will outline the intervention and present findings from the subsequent

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evaluation of its effectiveness.

Session - I4

New Standards of Sports Objects, Technology and the Programme for Quality Physical Literacy Mojmir Flisek Global social changes in society are leading towards a search for new solutions, both within the philosophy of movement and doing sports and within the field of sports infrastructure, sports technology and new, even more user-friendly sports programmes. Helping Parents Embrace Managed Risk in Sport Jennifer Hood Using Jump Gymnastics Inc. as a case study we will explore strategies for helping parents understand and ultimately embrace managed risk in sport- including strategies on developing a risk management strategy, assessing risk in the environment, informing participants/caregivers about risks as well as helping families view risk as an important and necessary part of the learning process. Movement Preparation - The FIFA11+ Neuromuscular Training Warm Up Program Rhona McGlasson This presentation will focus on the evidence of the program efficacy in reducing injury rates as well as the learning from the first year of the implementation strategy with youth athletes in Ontario as a step toward a national implementation plan.

11:30 – 12:30 – Poster Session and Lunch

Join us for a stand up buffet lunch where you can visit with exhibitors, review posters that inspired you from the poster reception, or discuss learnings of the morning with colleagues.

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12:30 – 13:00

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A CS4L Measuring Athlete Growth Project - Year IV Update Dwayne Sheehan This session will provide a brief overview of a jointly funded longitudinal study supported by the Alberta Government (ASRPWF) and Canadian Sport for Life (CS4L). Growth and development data has been collected in over 200 grade eight children since they were in fourth grade. Motor proficiency has been evaluated in all participants. Helping Coaches Understand Physical Literacy and Sport Jennifer Bhalla This presentation will highlight the need for coaches to specifically address how the physical skills learned in a sport can transfer to different surfaces and be used in multiple environments. This is essential to provide athletes the confidence that they can perform under various conditions and settings. Do perceptions of competence mediate the relationship between fundamental motor skill proficiency and physical activity in middle childhood? Jeff Crane Perceptions of physical competence as a mediator between motor skill proficiency and physical activity levels in middle childhood was examined. Object control skills were significantly related to physical activity and perceptions of competence; however, perceived competence was not established as a mediator between motor skill proficiency and physical activity. Physical Literacy - Are we missing the vaccine for injury? Brandy Tannenbaum, presented by Vicki Harber Is physical literacy the superhero of the healthcare system? Injury is the leading cause of death for Canadians under the age of 45 years and a leading cause of hospitalization across all ages. Physical literacy can be positioned as a vaccine for one of the greatest healthcare burdens in Canada.

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13:15 – 14:45

Session – J1

Unique Tools and Methodology for the delivery of Physical Literacy in a Municipal Setting Gregg Wheeler (M), Jordan Mottl The City of Richmond has invested in the development of unique tools to assist in the delivery of Physical Literacy to its residents. In particular, key marketing materials, instructor manuals and programs which are tailored to a municipal setting will be shared and discussed. Session - J2

Paralympic Athlete Panel Jenny Davey (M), Ross MacDonald, Dustin Walsh, Trevor Hirschfield The Canadian Paralympic Committee would like to extend an opportunity to delegates to learn more about some of the inspirational physical literacy journeys of our athletes. These athletes will describe their physical literacy journey throughout their lifespan, and how they have addressed challenges and adversity to become some of the best athletes on the planet. There will also be a Q & A session where delegates will have a unique opportunity to interact with the athletes.

Session - J3

Effective Pedagogical Approaches to Foster Physical Literacy in Education Settings James Mandigo (M), Ted Temertzoglou, Chris Markham, Jay Tredway This session will highlight various pedagogical approaches being used within education settings across Canada to foster the development of physical literacy.

Session - J4

Physical Literacy - Using a Collective Approach for Sustainable Community Action Jeff Carmichael (M) , Scott McRoberts, Kimberley Tull, Sharon Brodovsky Collaboration in sport is much more than a concept. It works! This panel will present several projects where collective efforts have improved physical literacy, strengthened neighbourhoods, enhanced the sport system and delivered impacts. Learn how a variety of sectors can work together to build a common agenda and deliver quality physical literacy programming experiences.

15:00 – 16:00

Closing Session Richard Way We will discuss the learnings of the week as well as the future of Physical Literacy locally, nationally and internationally.

17:00

FIFA Women’s World Cup USA vs Nigeria Join 50,000 + fans at BC Place to cheer for athletes who reflect the physical literacy journey! Cheer on your favorite team or simply enjoy the festivities and reflect on your time at IPLC.