Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 27, 2025

Created by: Nichole Wilder, Andrea Hart Special Contributions by: Aaron Hart, Eliza Kuhn To celebrate Heart Month during the month of February, we have compiled K-5 resources for educators to utilize both in the classroom and during physical education class.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 25, 2025

But physical education isn’t one-size-fits-all. Quality physical education programs adapt and change with their students. Finding a curriculum that fits diverse age ranges, interests, and needs—all in one place—can seem challenging! Unlike subjects such as math or science, PE isn’t always linear.

Motor Skills

Skillastics

APRIL 21, 2025

Lets be honest most after-school and expanded learning programs arent staffed with certified fitness trainers or PE teachers. The wonderful people running these programs are often educators, childcare professionals, or part-time, young adults who wear many hats, and leading physical activity might not be their comfort zone.

Physical Activity

PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2025

When a physical education teacher can’t be in class, whether due to illness, professional development, or personal matters, the show must go on. And just because PE teachers can’t be in class, doesn’t mean the physical education class has to turn into a “free block.” Another consideration is equipment.

PE

Physical Education Update

JULY 25, 2022

And to kick off our new look (which I may change at any minute, by the way) here’s a video demonstrating the latest fitness craze. OK, maybe not a “craze,” but this workout combines walking and dancing and can be done by people of all ages and fitness levels. Physical Education Update.

Dance

SHAPE America

AUGUST 4, 2022

At some point, most physical education teachers have had to give up the gym for a concert, rehearsal, assembly, construction, or other school/community activity. I once taught physical education classes outside — in Minnesota — for a full school year (and a month into the next year) when our gymnasium was being renovated. No Problem!

Gyms

SHAPE America

MARCH 14, 2023

Each year, our school’s Gone Fishin’ trip combines physical education with outdoor recreation. Whether the activity is basketball or fencing, dance or “circus arts,” it generally has well-defined rules, a time-driven structure, and adults to studiously facilitate. Many have never fished before at all.

Recreation

SHAPE America

AUGUST 11, 2022

At one such lunch with Mary Henninger, professor in the PETE program at Illinois State University, we began jotting down notes on a napkin — strategies for launching a successful career as a health and physical education teacher. You’ll find a broad network of health and physical education professionals on Twitter. Running the Race.

Physical Education

Physical Education Update

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Do you suffer from a lack of physical education equipment? Are your students always complaining that they can’t perform physical fitness activities because of that lack of equipment? tags]physical education,dance,agility,fitness,tumbling, routine/code> [/tags] If so, show them this video.

Physical Education

PLT4M

AUGUST 9, 2024

Physical education classes offer unique opportunities for students to explore fitness, health, and wellness. Many PE classes at the high school level look to take essential steps to transition students from school to an adult life that still values and prioritizes personal fitness and wellness.

Fitness

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Filling up an entire semester of middle school physical education units can be challenging. But there are plenty of fun and engaging middle school physical education units to choose from. The Need For Variety With Middle School Physical Units Middle school physical education is unique! Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

Middle School

Keeping Kids in Motion

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Students all over the world love fútbol or soccer as it’s called in the United States. In PE class, the soccer skills unit is an annual favorite. Each lesson focuses on a variety of skills ranging from ball handling, passing, punting, kicking for power.

Dance

Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Lynne Kenney with Zainab Khokha Physical Education class is an optimal setting for students to develop and practice the precursor skills that precede learning. Moreover, Physical Education promotes cognitive development by stimulating neural pathways associated with socialization and learning. 2019 ; Hardy et al.,

Physical Education

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Finding the right grants for physical education can help take your PE department to the next level. Physical education grants can fund new curriculum, technology, professional development, and equipment. The Need For Physical Education Grants Physical education is a subject worth investing in!

Physical Education

The Physical Educator

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Dance is a polarizing subject in the world of physical education: some teachers love to teach it, other teachers can’t even imagine themselves teaching it. Regardless of your personal comfort level with the activity, I believe dance should be a part of every student’s physical education experience.

Dance

Arizona Health and Physical Education

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Jessica is a physical education teacher at Lewiston High School in Lewiston, Idaho teaching. strength training, dance, yoga and lifetime fitness classes. Jessica is National Board certified, has her NASM personal training certification and Yoga Education Teaching Teens certification. certified Dance PL3Y instructor.

Middle School

PLT4M

APRIL 17, 2023

Physical education is an integral part of any student’s education. It is essential for students to learn how to stay fit and healthy. A fitness curriculum can help teachers to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to stay fit and active. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

Physical Education

Mr. Kirsch

APRIL 15, 2020

Purpose of Event: Lifetime Fitness and Movement Enrichment Education. A) Avengers Endgame Fitness Training : See the video below and attempt the activity. Purpose of Event: Lifetime Fitness and Movement Enrichment Education. Whether on your chromebook, TV, Laptop, IPAD, and complete the Boom Dance Activity!!!

Assessment

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2022

Physical education ice breakers are a great way to get students comfortable when starting a new semester or school year. This article explores physical education ice breaker activities and gives teachers free content to use in class. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E. Is this the face of someone dreading next block PE?

Physical Education

PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. He specializes in creating training and physical resources for physical education teachers to promote the inclusion of students with disabilities.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

MAY 4, 2023

Not only can you sing it, but when you hear it, it brings you back to a place in time: a school dance, a wedding, first heartbreak or a backyard BBQ. Ten years ago, I decided that we would dance! Flashing lights, loud music and a cheering audience doesn’t fit what some would deem “acceptable” curriculum.

Dance

Open Phys Ed

MARCH 21, 2023

This can allow all students to also participate in social engagement and building connections with their classmates that can extend beyond physical education. Manipulative Skills: (Grade 6-8) Refines manipulative skills to improve performance in dance, fitness, and sport activities.

Middle School

Elementary P.E. Games

JANUARY 4, 2023

If you’re interested in more Winter brain break games and fun fitness activities for kids, then be sure to check out my entire collection – Animal Race Showdown, Elves On The Run , Winter Run , and Find The Gnome – Winter Edition! You can find the directions on how to play and full video down below! Stay Connected.

Elementary

Mr. Kirsch

APRIL 5, 2020

Purpose of Event: Lifetime Fitness and Movement Enrichment Education. B) Clap It Out Dance Activity. Purpose of Event: Lifetime Fitness and Movement Enrichment Education. Email: Dan.Kirsch@k12.sd.us Grade: K-2. Time: 30 minutes. Warm-up: Choose One . Dan Kirsch . . Follow the video instructions below!!!

Assessment

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) provides leadership, resources, and best practices for school districts across the state. In addition, they provide Illinois learning standards for a diverse range of subject areas, including physical education.

PE

Mr. Kirsch

APRIL 8, 2020

Purpose of Event: Lifetime Fitness and Movement Enrichment Education. B) Let’s Dance. Purpose of Event: Lifetime Fitness and Movement Enrichment Education. Use the Dinner Dice Fitness Chart. State Standard : 1, 2 & 3. Email: Dan.Kirsch@k12.sd.us Grade: K-2. Time: 30 minutes. Warm-up: Choose One .

Assessment

Human Kinetics

MAY 23, 2023

Human Kinetics (HK), the premier publisher of K-12 and higher education resources for physical education (PE), health education, adapted physical activity, and dance, acquired the online school effective March 31.

Online Schooling

Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Identifies the rules and etiquette for physical activities/games and dance activities. Locomotor Skills: Combines locomotor skills with movement concepts in dance, fitness, and sport environments. Movement Concepts: Creates open space to create an advantage or with a specific purpose in dance, fitness, and sports activities.

Middle School

Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 20, 2023

This allows students to build connections with their classmates that can extend beyond physical education. Manipulative Skills: Refines manipulative skills to improve performance in dance, fitness, and sport activities. Closes space to create an advantage or with a specific purpose in dance, fitness, and sports activities.

Middle School

PLT4M

APRIL 2, 2024

Physical education plays a crucial role in shaping the health and fitness habits of individuals from an early age. Lifetime fitness activities are workouts, exercises, and sports that people can continue to enjoy and benefit from at any stage of their lives, regardless of their age or fitness level.

Fitness

Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 15, 2024

Jump rope participation provides valuable physical activity experiences for students that provide a relevant context for a variety of fitness-related lessons. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness. Outcome [E4.3&5]. Outcome [E27.3-5]. Standard 2.

Motor Skills

Open Phys Ed

APRIL 19, 2024

PDF , YouTube ] Health-Related Fitness Fun COMPLETE CARD SET [ Google , PDF , PPT ] SPANISH CARD SET [ Google , PDF ] Inchworm Relay [ PDF , YouTube ] Jump Rope 5K [ PDF , YouTube ] 800-Meter Steeplechase [ PDF , YouTube ] H.Y.P.E. 6) Identifies the rules and etiquette for physical activities/games and dance activities.

Physical Activity

Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 21, 2024

We are currently seeking proposals on a wide range of topics within these categories: Adapted Physical Education Advocacy Coaching Dance Fitness and Conditioning Health Education Higher Education Jump Rope For Heart/Hoops For Heart Physical Activity Physical Education Recreation School Health Education Technology Presentation Proposal Link

Recreation

Skillastics

AUGUST 22, 2022

No matter what generation you identify with, if you watched TV while you were growing up, you probably had a pretty cool fitness icon to look up to. Whether it was Arnold Schwarzenegger in the 70s, Jane Fonda in the 80s, or Richard Simmons in the 90s, there’s always been someone who made fitness look easy and fun.

Fitness

PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

” and how it relates to the world of physical education. Download Now – 24 Free Follow Along Fitness Workouts for Physical Education [Free PDF] What is Physical Literacy? ” And beyond just ability, people have started to look at the importance of motivation and attitudes toward physical fitness and activity.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

JUNE 6, 2023

Throughout my career as a physical education teacher, I have grown a strong appreciation for juggling scarves ! The Many Benefits of Juggling: As physical education teachers, we are always coming across articles with data on the many benefits of movement, and juggling is no exception! Use scarves as a prop during a dance unit.

Coordination

PLT4M

OCTOBER 27, 2022

We share six examples of fitness-focused pe activities without equipment and provide a downloadable PDF of even more lessons for your physical education class. First and foremost, PE activities without equipment can teach students lifelong fitness skills they can do anywhere and anytime. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

PE