This talk explores the nature of play and how it can change situations. Highlighting the importance of play as integral to enhancing any learning environment with both children and adults, Richard advocates for encouraging the use of play in both teaching and coaching and shows the impact it can have not only for learning but for creating connections with others and supporting well-being. It is the rediscovering of play which is at the heart of his talk. Senior Fellow in Sports Coaching and ‘Play Advocate’ Richard is a nationally and internationally recognised award winning coach educator with a special interest in highlighting the importance of play as integral to enhancing any learning environment with both children and adults. He is an advocate of encouraging the use of play in both teaching and coaching and shows the impact it can have not only for learning but for creating connections with others and supporting well-being. It is the rediscovering of play which is at the heart of his presentation.