Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

This question is deeply connected to the question , What is important to learn in physical education in the time available (and to what standard or level of competence) to enable students to continue to pursue being physically active beyond the school gates? Physical activity and fitness orientated physical education.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 16, 2025

This standard emphasizes how physical activity can be a powerful tool to help students build communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills—especially in a group setting. Grades 3–5: 3.5.2 – Uses communication skills to negotiate roles and responsibilities in a physical activity setting. → What went well?

Elementary

PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

The Importance of High-Quality Elementary PE Lesson Plans Elementary physical education is about so much more than just games or physical activity; its about laying the foundation for lifelong health, wellness, and physical literacy. These lessons promote physical activity, skill development, and teamwork.

Elementary

Gopher Sport

MAY 1, 2025

At the International School of Creative Science in the UAE, PE teacher Maryrose Camara is bringing all of this to life in a dynamic, culturally rich program thats engaging students in ways that go far beyond the gym. Different cultural backgrounds mean students bring varied comfort levels and customs regarding physical activity.

PE

PLT4M

JULY 25, 2025

Motor skills, fitness education, social-emotional learning, sport skills, and personal wellness all come into play. What activities work best for younger students developing basic motor skills? Our goal is simple: support PE teachers and students with high-quality, standards-aligned lessons that actually work in the classroom and gym.

Motor Skills

PLT4M

MAY 9, 2025

In this article, well explore how these engaging tag games for elementary PE align with SHAPE standards, highlight a variety of game options with detailed activity descriptions, and share a full lesson sample from PLT4Ms K-5 physical education curriculum to help you bring these skills to life in your classroom.

Elementary

Montessori Physical Education

JULY 6, 2025

When they got to the career question, to my complete shock, they said Marshall wanted to be a gym teacher. something that is respected and pays well. Now, if you’re thinking, "The boy is in kindergarten, it doesn’t matter what he says now," well, you're not wrong. come out of me. It's Just Kindergarten… But Is It?

PE Teacher

PLT4M

MARCH 18, 2025

However, there are plenty of fun variations and activities that can be introduced in PE to keep soccer exciting and engaging for elementary students. Physical education teachers can modify soccer games to work inside the gym or outdoors, allowing for flexibility depending on the space available.

Elementary

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

There are fewer sunlit hours after school for children to be outside and physically active. This time of year, it is increasingly important to incorporate physical activity into the school day. The gym is not the only place where students can move, interact and learn by doing.

Physical Activity

SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

This is one of the students’ favorite PE activities every year! Sledding I have had PE classes where students have needed to work on taking turns, sharing, watching out for others, respecting personal space and others’ property, as well as working on spatial awareness.

Elementary

SHAPE America

MAY 23, 2023

As an elementary physical education teacher in the Bronx, NY, I’m always looking for ways to stretch my PE budget and introduce my students to new physical activities. Here are some examples of the types of grants I’ve received, along with my advice on how you might find similar grants for your physical education classes.

Physical Education

SHAPE America

MARCH 14, 2023

The day would feature lots of hands-on learning and physical activity, coupled with learning to navigate an unfamiliar environment. Our school is intentionally diverse, and our students have lots of access and opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, both in and out of school. Why Fishing?

Recreation

SHAPE America

AUGUST 2, 2023

Using SHAPE America’s National Physical Education Standards as the guide to my teaching helps me prepare my students to take charge of their own physical literacy journey — and I recommend that’s where you start as well. Any teacher, administrator or parent who enters the gym can see the foundations of what we are working on. #4:

Physical Education

Active Schools Us

MARCH 24, 2021

It was one of the best experiences of my life, which I’m trying to prolong by coaching my 10-year-old daughter’s team for the last three years as well. Quite honestly, I believe there’s nothing greater for the health and well-being of our kids—and for us adults, as well.

Coaching

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Much of this criticism comes from outdated stereotypes of “gym class.” ” The old school term “gym class” usually elicits images of rolling out the balls and playing dodgeball. ” “Students can do physical activity outside of school; they don’t need PE classes.”

Physical Education

Active Schools Us

JANUARY 11, 2023

5 Ways Teachers Can Support Workday Wellness While Improving their Practice and the School Culture . 2- When engaging with new teachers, discuss what their perceived strengths and weaknesses are from their point of view as well as from yours. Remember to also celebrate what has been going well in your respective settings.

Education

The Sporting

JULY 15, 2022

Managing a healthy work/life balance is a challenge, and it can feel overwhelming to get to the gym after a day at work. However, you can still stay fit without taking training classes or going to the gym. In this article, find out about plenty of popular physical activities for working women.

Physical Activity

Skillastics

MARCH 22, 2022

When iPads, iPhones, and the latest gadgets threaten to keep kids sedentary, how can physical activity win? And what can you do to not just encourage activity, but foster an environment where physical activity THRIVES? The pull of electronic devices seems to be stronger than any force on the planet.

Physical Activity

My Zone

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Ensuring a regular physical activity regime is important for your worker's health and productivity in the workplace. Below you’ll find three tips to improve corporate wellness and ensure your workplace brings out the best in everyone.

Wellness

Skillastics

JULY 15, 2022

Of course as physical education leaders we know the benefits of physical activity. so they can encourage physical activity engagement early and often. Making room in the day for physical activity helps support children in their health efforts, and encourages them to strive to reach goals.

Physical Activity

The Sporting

JULY 10, 2023

So how can we ensure that no matter what happens outside of the gym or fitness class environment, our clients view exercise as a top priority? Be a friend: Sometimes its not Just About Motivation Being a trainer involves so much more than looking after your client’s physical activity. Praise goes a long way!

Gyms

Gopher Sport

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Whether playing basketball on weekends in the gym or road hockey in the streets after supper, sports were a fundamental part of our upbringing. Specifically, I aspired to become a physical education teacher and coach. From as young as I can remember, I wanted to pursue a career in education, inspired by my mother.

Physical Activity

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 14, 2023

Plus, with their vibrant colors and customizable banners, these pits will add a pop of excitement to any gym or playground. Say goodbye to complex setups and hello to accurate assessments, all while adding a dash of vibrant fun to your gym space! Get ready to roll, dive, and dodge in the coolest Gaga experience ever!

Gyms

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

The same line could easily represent the average day as a physical activity director! Some weeks might have adequately-staffed classes or groups perfectly aligned by age, and other weeks may have mixed age groups, or facing staffing shortages or staff with limited physical activity/fitness training.

Physical Activity

The Sporting

MARCH 19, 2023

Yoga is a physical activity that is as mentally rewarding as it is physically. Yoga is ideal for boosting mental well-being and is a great tool in life with which to find balance, whilst maintaining strength and flexibility. Many celebrities joined this practice as well.

Exercise

PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

In addition, we break down some of the key concepts of physical literacy and discuss PLT4M’s role in the pursuit of supporting students lifelong journey of health and wellness. Download Now – 24 Free Follow Along Fitness Workouts for Physical Education [Free PDF] What is Physical Literacy? ” (Whitehead M.

Physical Education

AKA Sports

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Be well, good people. -CS. These suggestions include: Eat Well Be physically active Maintain a healthy weight Get enough sleep Quit Smoking Avoid too much alcohol As we look to the winter ahead there’s certain things that we can count on. That and how I’m reminded how dry my house gets come Halloween-Easter.

Immune system

The Sporting

JULY 27, 2022

In this article, I’ve put together a very abridged version of the last few days- so that I remember it when I’m struggling with some actual physical activity in the future, and so that others going into a similar surgery will have an honest idea of what to expect! Honestly these first few days suck!

Gyms

The Sporting

APRIL 11, 2023

5 of the Best types of Carbs to Fuel Your Workout Everyone knows you have to pound the protein post-workout , to help repair the damage you have done to the muscles, but what about fuel to get those muscles firing when you are at the gym? The Role of Carbs Pre-Workout We all want to get the best out of our fitness regimes , and why not?

Nutrition

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

The same line could easily represent the average day as a physical activity director! Some weeks might have adequately-staffed classes or groups perfectly aligned by age, and other weeks may have mixed age groups, or facing staffing shortages or staff with limited physical activity/fitness training.

Physical Activity

Arizona Health and Physical Education

AUGUST 27, 2024

Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often struggle with motor skills, making it difficult for these children in physical education classes because they may not be able to keep up. This can lead to embarrassment among their peers and a lack of interest in physical activity (think physical literacy).

Physical Education

PLT4M

AUGUST 18, 2022

Teaching yoga in physical education class allows all students to safely explore yoga for the first time. This could be at home or a local gym or studio. Starting with sophomore personal fitness and wellness classes, Canton students can try yoga for the first time. Part of this PE curriculum at Canton is now yoga.

High School

Teen Health 101

MAY 17, 2022

Exercise is known to affect your physical health substantially, but movement also has many benefits on your mental health and well-being. Physical activity can help manage mental health problems. It keeps your mind from wandering and instead focuses on the physical sensations of the body. and Melinda Smith, M.A.

Exercise

Whole Child Sports

MARCH 26, 2020

Coaches who include injury prevention strategies in their training programs are not only helping to preserve the health of their athletes now, but well into the future.”. Former WNBA player Jen Derevjanik is winning at Bound Brook High school with a focus on wellness and unity. High school teams may be nominated here. To her team.

Wellness

Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 18, 2023

But first, I’d like to just differentiate (I know, another best practices word) between three terms adapted physical educators tend to use to describe their classes: Adapted Physical Education, Unified Physical Education and Modified Physical Education. program because of physical limitations or medical reasons.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

JULY 12, 2024

A lot of times plans look solid written out but they don’t translate well with your students. Be flexible and willing to tweak the game/activity on the fly. Outside of your Classroom- Emphasize the importance of physical activity in promoting lifelong fitness and health to your students. dribbling, passing, etc.)

PE Teacher

Aspire-Ed

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Over 90 primary school PE teachers, senior leaders, business managers and governors booked to join us at Millennium Point, all on a mission to boost their PE, school sport and physical activity offering. Embedding Physically Active Learning in Your School (PRACTICAL). Assessment in PE.

Primary School