Physical Education Update

AUGUST 12, 2022

A trend in physical education has been to make PE classes less difficult so that every student can enjoy them. The video above shows an example of how Crossfit concepts can be used in a high school physical education setting, as a program for students who want to work harder than in their traditional PE classes.

Physical Education

SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.

Motor Skills

Reinventing the Game

APRIL 14, 2022

It is a combination of work stress, doubts about alignment of what I want with what it should it be like to be a Physical Education (PE) teacher, fatigue, etc. Recently, I came upon a question asked on social media regards what is skill, or to be skilful and what does it mean for Physical Education (PE).

Physical Education

Physical Education Update

APRIL 7, 2023

Six exercises with a focus on core and leg strength, agility/plyometrics, and balance. Warmup Design The 11+ warm-up program involves 15 exercises performed in three specific phases. The phases are: Slow-speed running exercises combined with active stretching and controlled partner contact. There are three levels of difficulty.

Agility

School Yard

OCTOBER 18, 2022

For over 50 years, physical education teachers and childcare providers have trusted Sportime for all their fitness needs. Fitness & Agility. Use them as bases for baseball or kickball, mark boundaries for volleyball or soccer, or set them up for agility drills! Read More Physical Education.

Fitness

PLT4M

JUNE 8, 2023

As physical education looks to promote student engagement and lifelong fitness, the FITT principle serves as a valuable tool for the classroom. We explore the FITT principle, its benefits, and 3 different ways to apply it to physical education classes. In addition, the FITT principle can be applied to any fitness level.

Physical Education

Physed n Health

JANUARY 23, 2024

Jump Rope Test Integrate the classic jump rope test into your curriculum and evaluate students’ agility, coordination, and cardiovascular endurance. Customizable Rubrics Educators can now create and manage custom rubrics for various assignments and projects. What are you doing that works? Please share so others may benefit.

Agility

Physical Education Ideas

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Patrick's Day approaches, it's time to don your green gear and infuse some festive fun into your Physical Education program. This adds a learning component to the activities and reinforces the idea that Physical Education goes beyond just movement. Ah, the luck of the Irish is in the air!

Gyms

Physical Education Ideas

MARCH 14, 2024

As the Easter bunny prepares to make its annual visit, it's time to hop into some egg-citing fun in your Physical Education program! The Importance of Easter-Themed Games in PE: While the Easter games are filled with fun and laughter, they also serve an important role in a Physical Education program.

PE

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 3, 2023

This thrilling game encourages strategy, teamwork, and agility as participants navigate the web’s intricate design, making it a perfect fit for physical education classes during the spooky season. Students ride on scooters and try to avoid touching the web while simultaneously attempting to tag their classmates.

Gyms

Gopher Sport

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

We’ve brewed up a list of Halloween-themed physical education games and exercises that will have your students howling with excitement. These Halloween-themed station activities can make your physical education class exciting and entertaining while utilizing the equipment you already have on hand.

PE

Open Phys Ed

APRIL 19, 2024

2) Recognizes the role of rules and etiquette in teacher-designed physical activities. (3) 3) Recognizes the role of rules and etiquette in physical activity with peers. (4) 4) Exhibits etiquette and adherence to rules in a variety of physical activities. (5)

Physical Activity

Gopher Sport

JUNE 3, 2024

Mascot Race: We have our three mascots take to the track to compete for the fastest, most agile mascot in the district. Provide sunscreen and shade Invite your Physical Education classes to come out and cheer the students on during their class hour. If you have a school ROTC, bring them out and make them part of the day.

Dance

The PE Hub

JANUARY 23, 2023

Our high-quality PE planning resources empower teachers to deliver better physical education and introduce children to the benefits of keeping active that will last a lifetime. From gymnastics and agility to coordination and handball, take a look at our available lesson plans here. Let’s get moving for mental health!

Health

School Yard

JANUARY 23, 2019

Motivating students to develop a life-long love of healthy movement and physical activity is just one of several unique challenges for PE educators. A class period full of agility and skill-building movements can be fun and an adventurous change of pace. Sportime Anti-Skid Agility Ladder. Sportime Dur-O-Hoops Set of 12.

PE

Arizona Health and Physical Education

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Agility ladder and a set of kickball bases courtesy of our own Toni Chilton. Once again we have AccuSplit donating 4 class sets of stopwatches. FitRadio is offering a Gym Pro subscription again this year as well. We got swag bags from State 48 and ASU.

Agility

Gopher Sport

JUNE 5, 2025

Improvised equipment, along with numerous modified lead-up hockey type games has made floor hockey one of the fastest growing activities in the physical education program. Objectives for floor hockey: To develop endurance, speed, agility, and strength. The main skills to practice are stick handling, passing, and shooting a puck.

Agility

PLT4M

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Check out the rising tide of athletic PE, examples from schools across the country, and how your school can take steps to add more athletic physical education classes! Physical Education Program Offerings Are Changing! Better yet, they can do so as part of the physical education program. But what is it?

PE

Gopher Sport

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Pickleball has rapidly become a favorite sport in physical education programs across the country. Introducing creative pickleball activities can further enhance the learning experience, making it not just about physical exercise but also about strategic thinking and teamwork. Divide the class into teams of four to six students.

PE

Gopher Sport

APRIL 10, 2024

Motivate Students and Increase Activity Time with BlazePod By: Kevin Hopp, Zeke Bailes, Hank van der Merwe In an age where sedentary lifestyles have become the norm, the quest for engaging and innovative physical education solutions has led to the introduction of BlazePod , a ground breaking Flash Reflex Training system into schools.

Motivation

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

But we also know just how important it is for programs to incorporate the HEPA 2.0 & National Physical Education standards, offer flexibility in age group leadership, and offer programs that really develop a child’s character as well as their body.

Physical Activity

Montessori Physical Education

JUNE 23, 2023

Chilean Rodeo emphasizes the teamwork of the riders (Huasos) and the agile footwork of the horses working in tandem to guide and ultimately subdue a calf. The second part of the contest involves a dance-like performance of the horse that demonstrates coordinated steps showing off its agility and training.

Sports

School Yard

JANUARY 7, 2022

Some examples of pit stops you can use are: hoop station, agility ladder , over/under obstacle course, water/rest break, stretching, and balance activities. He has served on various Physical Education organizations and boards. For the run course, set out cones in a pattern (circle, oval, square, etc.) – 8:50 a.m.

Fitness

PLT4M

JANUARY 12, 2024

A well-structured strength and conditioning program can enhance strength, power, speed, agility, capacity, and endurance while reducing the risk of injury. Let’s look closer at strength and conditioning templates for schools, teams, and physical education classes. However, creating such a program can be daunting.

Strength

PLT4M

JANUARY 18, 2023

Strength & conditioning classes are becoming a popular physical education offering. But over the years, we have connected with physical education teachers, strength coaches, sports coaches, and administrators and see consistent themes. 7 Keys To Successful Strength and Conditioning Classes Every school is different.

Strength

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

But we also know just how important it is for programs to incorporate the HEPA 2.0 & National Physical Education standards, offer flexibility in age group leadership, and offer programs that really develop a child’s character as well as their body.

Physical Activity

The PE Hub

JANUARY 23, 2023

Our high-quality PE planning resources empower teachers to deliver better physical education and introduce children to the benefits of keeping active that will last a lifetime. From gymnastics and agility to coordination and handball, take a look at our available lesson plans here. Let’s get moving for mental health!

Health

Physical Education Ideas

APRIL 29, 2019

Students learn to reach obtainable marks and try to beat their old times/distances. Teaching Track & Field involves the following: Running.

Teaching

TinCan Physed

JULY 24, 2021

How do all of these outcomes create a value for sport and physical activity? This is where I came across Dean Dudley’s work behind the Domains of Development in Physical Education. Creating The BIG IDEAS That Drive Your Program.

Assessment

TinCan Physed

JULY 24, 2021

How do all of these outcomes create a value for sport and physical activity? This is where I came across Dean Dudley’s work behind the Domains of Development in Physical Education. ABC’S of Athleticism: Agility, Balance, Coordination, Speed. Creating The BIG IDEAS That Drive Your Program.

Assessment

Physical Education Ideas

OCTOBER 20, 2024

If you’re a Physical Education teacher looking to add a little “boo!” Take "Catching Ghosts and Pumpkins" for example, where students race to gather “ghosts” (balloons) and “pumpkins” (bean bags), fostering not only agility and speed but also encouraging imaginative play.

Fitness

PLT4M

JANUARY 2, 2024

The skills in badminton require a balance of hand-eye coordination, speed, agility, and endurance. Stay tuned for more!) Does PLT4M have other units and lesson plans for physical education? But basic badminton skills can help build confidence and comfort when stepping onto the badminton court.

Dance

PLT4M

MAY 23, 2025

Flag rugby is transforming physical education across the country. The sport’s emphasis on agility and spatial awareness makes it perfect for PE programs. >>> Free Download: Lifetime Fitness Playbook with 12 Free Lessons The Evolution Of Flag Rugby Rugby originated in England in 1823.

PE

Gopher Sport

MAY 23, 2025

Meet Dean Terry, a dedicated physical education (PE) teacher at Koror Elementary School, working under the Palau Ministry of Education. My students love doing drills with the agility ladder and other sports-specific equipment. A Day in Deans PE Program Dean teaches about 28 students per class, from 4th to 8th grade.

Elementary

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Throughout the article, we’ll showcase some of the PE games for elementary from PLT4Ms library of over 150 lesson plans, offering teachers a valuable resource for planning and delivering engaging physical education lessons. Movement and Fitness Activities focused on fundamental motor skills, strength, agility, and endurance.

Elementary

PLT4M

APRIL 29, 2025

Roundnet is gaining popularity in physical education as a fast, fun, and skill-building game for students of all ages. Students develop a wide range of skills while playing, including agility, coordination, reaction time, and teamwork. In PE class, Roundnet introduces a fresh way to get active.

Flexibility