Join Us for an Engaging Webinar on Physical Literacy in Environmental Design!

Explore the critical role of physical literacy in shaping environments that support inclusive and high-quality movement experiences for all. This panel discussion will introduce the concept of Physical Literacy Enriched Environmental Design (PLEED) and its six core principles, accompanied by real-world examples.

We will also examine the connection between PLEED, Universal Design, and Accessibility, highlighting how these frameworks intersect to create more inclusive spaces.

Featuring a diverse panel of international experts, the webinar will offer insights from both research and practical perspectives. A collaborative reflection session will conclude the event, reinforcing the key concepts and principles discussed.

As a bonus, ASPA members who register will receive access to a curated collection of global PLEED success stories and an annotated, voice-over PowerPoint presentation of the session materials. Don’t miss this introduction to PLEED and its potential to transform environments.

Event chair:  

• Sarah Noble, ASPA – Physical Literacy SIG Co-Chair; Wyndham City Council & Alethea Jerebine, Deakin 

 Confirmed speaker(s):  

• Dean Kriellaars & Natalie Houser, University of Manitoba, CA

• Trevor Smith, Sportsmith Ltd, UK 

• Grim Jernudd, Change the Game, SE

• Sam Fenton, Federation University, AU

Partner and sponsors:   

Physical Literacy Enriched Environmental Design Group 

International Physical Literacy Association

Speaker bios:

Natalie Houser

Dr. Natalie Houser is an Assistant Professor at the University of Saskatchewan in the College of Kinesiology. Dr. Houser’s current research is focused on physical literacy enriched pedagogy and creating physical literacy enriched movement opportunities in different contexts, working towards building more confident and competent movers. Natalie is also a research associate at the Center for Circus Arts Research, Innovation and Knowledge Transfer (CRITAC) in Montreal. Natalie is involved in community-engaged research focused on promoting child wellbeing through the development of physical literacy and the creation of positive and inclusive movement experiences.

Trevor Smith

Trevor is owner and Managing Director of Sportsmith Ltd. He has worked in and around the sport, physical activity and physical education sector for nearly 40 years, including national and international management, development and consultancy roles in the public, private and voluntary sectors. Sportsmith has at its heart, the aim of inspiring and motivating more people to be more active more often. It works with partners to create programmes, activities and experiences which demonstrate the social, emotional and physical benefits of being physically active, using the principles of physical literacy as its foundation. Its work has included consultancy support to develop public policy, influence the design of built environments, create exciting and innovative experiences and connect like-minded agencies to deliver a shared vision of an active population. Clients and partners include digital innovators, culture and heritage establishments, housing developers and public authorities.
Trevor is Vice Chair of the International Physical Literacy Association, a board member for Active Cornwall and Wellness For Greatness (Kenya) and Treasurer of his village sports club.

Grim Jernudd

Grim is an educator and developer at Change the game. Since 2017, he has been researching and applying physical literacy as well as supporting and training leaders in all types of sectors. Grim has a masters degree in sports medicine and made his thesis evaluated the use of the PLAYfun tool for assessing movement task proficiency among Swedish children. Since 2018 has educated and supported leaders in all kinds of sectors that strive to adopt physical literacy mind set. Has also, as part of the CTG team, developed and adapted several planning PL tools for Swedish contexts.

Sam Fenton

Sam has recently developed a physical literacy scoping project for the Latrobe Health Assembly. An appreciative inquiry approach was taken to explore the possibilities for the Latrobe Valley Community to improve physical literacy outcomes. All recommendations from the project have been adopted and developed into a charter, based on the pillars of collaboration, inspiration, education, innovation and advocacy toward physical literacy for the local community. As part of the collaborative evaluation research centre (CERC) team, he is currently working on a follow up project on Physical Literacy Enriched Environmental Design (PLEED), working with recreation planners, designers and the local community to change the way recreation spaces are developed.