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5 Tips for Teaching Physical Education Without a Gym

SHAPE America

And, although teaching PE without a gym is not ideal, it is possible. Be positive and prepared — as well as flexible and creative! Teach your students about boundaries and that outdoor PE class is different than recess. Here are some of my favorite tips for teaching physical education without a gym. Embrace All Available Space.

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PE Warm Up Routines

PLT4M

PE warm up routines are an excellent opportunity to kick start physical education classes. From managing the chaos of beginning class to getting students ready for the physical activity of the day, PE warm up routines are a fun way to get PE class going. Treat it as a key and vital part of the overall pe lesson plan and workout.

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Gymnastics Lesson Plans

PLT4M

Instead, PE teachers can introduce basic gymnastics skills in just about any gymnasium or space. As always, PE teachers can use their discretion and experience to determine what structure and format makes the most sense for their class and audience. Let’s take a closer look at a drill example from each of the 6 categories.

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Can You Use CrossFit In Physical Education Classes?

Physical Education Update

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.

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SMART Goals for PE

PLT4M

SMART goals for PE give a great structure and outline to allow every student to set challenging yet attainable goals within physical activity and overall health. SMART Goals For Physical Education For many students, PE classes can often need more context. ” Goal setting can help to contextualize PE classes.

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Primary PE and School Sport Premium 2023

The PE Hub

What is the Primary PE and Sport Premium? The Primary PE and Sport Premium is a government initiative that aims to improve the quality of physical education (PE) and sport in primary schools in England. How is the Primary PE and Sport Premium used? What impact has the Primary PE and Sport Premium had?

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13 Winter-Themed Indoor Activity Ideas for PE!

Gopher PE

As the winter season blankets much of the US in snow, it’s the perfect time to add the magic and joy of the season into your PE classes. This station encourages flexibility, balance, and mindfulness while connecting students to the serene aspects of the winter season.

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