PHYSICAL EDUCATION AT SCHOOL AND CONTEMPORARY CHALLENGES: LEISURE, YOUTH AND ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION

Based on the reflections developed by thinkers of contemporary physical education, this article presents the problematization of current issues that directly and indirectly dialogue with physical education in schools. From the perspective of promoting dialogue between school and society, the proposed highlight refers to the contributions of school-based Physical Education in the development of recreational education, problematizing alcohol consumption in leisure situations, through a group of young students from primary and secondary schools. By recognizing and reflecting on the phenomenon, the objective is to build possibilities for prevention and health promotion actions from the school,with emphasis on Education for Leisure. It is true that we do not expect Physical Education to solve complex and multifactorial social problems, but we believe that in this curricular component there are contributory and pedagogical elements for the development of actions that improve reflection and responsibility in decision-making, emphasizing critical reflection on the choices of young people.