The Secret to Boosting Student Confidence? Start with Physical Literacy

At Gymnastrix, we’ve seen it time and time again – when students feel confident in their bodies, they become more confident in the classroom and beyond. The foundation? Physical literacy.

🌟 What Is Physical Literacy?

Physical literacy is more than just being active. It’s the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge, and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activity for life.
According to Sport Australia, physically literate children are more likely to participate in physical activity, show improved self-esteem, and develop leadership and teamwork skills.

🧠 How Does Physical Literacy Build Confidence?

When students master skills like balance, coordination, and control, they begin to feel capable. That sense of “I can do this” transfers from the gym mat to the classroom, the playground, and even social settings.
✔️ In fact:

• A 2022 study by the University of Canberra found that Australian students who participated in physical literacy-based programs showed a 12% increase in self-confidence over 10 weeks.
  
• The Australian Sports Commission notes that physical literacy helps students develop resilience, try new activities, and handle challenges better – all key traits of confident learners.
  

🏃‍♀️ What Does This Look Like in Schools?

In a Gymnastrix session, physical literacy comes to life through:

• Fun and inclusive gymnastics and dance activities
  
• Progressive skill-building, so every child experiences success
  
• Encouraging feedback to reinforce personal growth
  
• Opportunities for leadership and teamwork in small group settings
  

Even simple skills like jumping, rolling, or balancing can be breakthroughs for students who might not normally shine in traditional sports.

💬 Teacher Feedback

Teachers often tell us they see quieter students speak up more, students with behavioural challenges become more focused, and even hesitant movers eager to try again the next week.
“One of our students with learning difficulties wouldn’t participate in sport – by week 3 of Gymnastrix, she was leading the warm-up!”
– PE Teacher, Western Sydney

📚 Curriculum-Aligned, Confidence-Driven

Gymnastrix programs are designed to align with the NSW PDHPE curriculum, supporting schools in delivering structured physical education that focuses on:

• Fundamental movement skills (FMS)
  
• Confidence through repetition and progression
  
• Social development through team-based challenges
  

🏫 Why Schools Choose Gymnastrix

​✅ Fully trained, engaging instructors
✅ Suitable for K–6, including support units
✅ Trusted by 100+ NSW schools
✅ Backed by Sporting Schools funding
✅ Portable equipment – we bring everything to you

📈 The Result? Happier, Healthier, More Confident Students

Confidence doesn’t come from theory – it’s built through experience. Programs like gymnastics, dance, and ninja-based activities give students the chance to grow, fall, try again, and succeed.
That’s the Gymnastrix difference.