Martina Navarro

Martina Navarro, a Senior lecturer in skill acquisition at the University of Portsmouth and UK director of the Athletic Skills Model, shares transformative insights for coaches. They delve into the Athletic Skills Model's role in improving movement versatility and the importance of playing multiple sports. Navarro emphasizes the critical skill of falling and explains how transfer of learning can enhance athlete performance across various sports. She also offers practical tips for making warm-ups more engaging and effective, fostering creativity and fun in training.

Martina Navarro, a senior lecturer at the University of Portsmouth and former Olympic Taekwondo competitor, dives into the Athletic Skills Model, a holistic approach to athlete development. She shares insights on how diverse movement experiences benefit long-term athletic growth, challenging the notion of sport-specific training. Martina highlights her own transitions from elite sport to academia, discusses injury challenges, and emphasizes the art of transferring skills across various sports. Coaches are encouraged to adopt adaptable methodologies for fostering versatile athletes.