Duarte Araújo

Duarte Araújo, a leading expert in ecological dynamics and skill learning from the University of Lisbon, discusses the evolution of athletic skill. He argues that skill is not something to be acquired but an ongoing adaptation shaped by the environment. Duarte emphasizes the importance of creating meaningful practices that allow athletes to discover their own solutions, advocating for a shift in coaching methods. He introduces the concept of cognizant action, highlighting the intelligence inherent in movement and the dynamic interplay between athletes and their surroundings.