A prática do futsal nas aulas de educação física escolar: uma motivação para o desenvolvimento de hábitos saudáveis

Abstract

The practice of futsal in school Physical Education classes, especially in the early years of Elementary Education, has been recognized as an important motivational factor for the development of healthy habits. Objective: The general objective of this study is to investigate the practice of futsal in school Physical Education classes as a means of motivating the development of healthy lifestyle habits among elementary school children. Methodology: This is a bibliographic research with a qualitative approach, based on an exploratory literature review. The research falls under the study line "Physical Education, Pedagogical and Social Practices" and analyzes five scientific articles published in the last ten years, available in databases such as SciELO, PubMed, and Google Scholar. The inclusion criteria consider publications in Portuguese, with a time frame between 2014 and 2024, related to the themes of futsal, school Physical Education, and motivation. The data are analyzed critically and interpretatively. Results: The results indicate that the practice of futsal in Physical Education classes significantly contributes to the motor, cognitive, and social development of students, promoting continuous interest in physical activity and assisting in the development of healthy habits. Conclusion: It is concluded, therefore, that futsal, due to its playful, cooperative, and educational nature, represents an effective tool in the school context for promoting child well-being.