Abstract

Physical performance is more than just a motor representation; it has to do with the conjunction of factors and aspects of the performer's personality, and their social interaction, based on a knowledge of what they do. In order to explain and analyse the concept of Physical Literacy (PL), from its origins and components, a narrative review was carried out, using different data sources (EBSCO, Scopus, ProQuest, PubMed, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar, IPLA, The Aspen Institute). To identify the situation in Chile, the national curriculum and other plans that addressed the life cycle in relation to physical activity were reviewed. Evidence of dis-cussion, implementation and evaluation of physical literacy was identified, coming mainly from Anglo contexts (United Kingdom, Canada, United States, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa), as well as Europe (Netherlands), Asia (India, China) and South Amer-ica. /Colombia, Venezuela). No evidence of an approach to PL was found in the Chilean context, although there are programs that seek to improve quality of life through the practice of physical activity. The meanings and scope of the PL invite us to discuss movement decisions, giving meaning and rationale to that decision, considering confidence, physical competence, knowledge and understanding of assuming the practice of physical activity for life. In Chile, the PL focuses on childhood and youth stages, not on adult stages or old age.