Graduated in Physical Education (1998), specialization (Lato Sensu) in Sports Training (1999), Master (2005) and Doctor (2007) in Physical Education (School of Physical Education and Sport of the University of São Paulo) and Post-Doctorate in Physical Education and Health in childhood and adolescence at the University of South Carolina. Currently is Associate professor at University of São Paulo - Physical Education and Health. Experience in Physical Education, with emphasis on physical activity programs in childhood and adolescence, working mainly on the following topics: sport for children and adolescents and influence of sociocultural aspects in the practice of physical activity and motor development.