PE Teaching Blog
By Jarrod Robinson · August 8, 2026 · 8 min read
The Bjerring tournament is one of the highest-engagement formats you can run in PE: short 2.5-minute games, rotating partners, individual scoring and zero eliminations. Here's exactly how it works, how to run it with any class size, and the free template to take it straight into your next lesson.
By Jarrod Robinson · August 3, 2026 · 4 min read
Mike Kuczala argues that PE teachers hold the key to improving learning across the entire school — with neuroscience research, practical movement strategies, and a roadmap for positioning yourself as a school-wide resource.
By Jarrod Robinson · July 29, 2026 · 4 min read
30 ready-to-use PE station ideas banded K–2, 3–6 and 7–12 — fitness, skill and game stations, plus the timing, transition and grouping system that keeps rotations running themselves.
By Jarrod Robinson · July 8, 2026 · 6 min read
The free PE spinner wheel used by thousands of teachers is now a native iPhone app — with AI that builds any wheel from one sentence. Here's how to use it in your lessons.
By Jarrod Robinson · July 7, 2026 · 5 min read
SEPEP gives students a real sporting experience — persisting teams, duty roles, a real fixture, and a culminating event. Here's what the model is, why it works, and everything you need to run your first season.
By Jarrod Robinson · June 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Tired of brain break videos kids zone out to? We built a free movement tool where students' bodies are the controller — no app, no login, no equipment needed.
By Jarrod Robinson · June 18, 2026 · 25 min read
The most comprehensive PE report card comment bank available — 200+ ready-to-use comments organised by movement skill, strand, and performance level. Copy, adapt, and cut your report writing time in half.
By Jarrod Robinson · June 15, 2026 · 5 min read
Yoga in PE isn't just about flexibility — it builds focus, emotional regulation, and body confidence. Here are practical activities, classroom management tips, and a free course to get you started.
By Jarrod Robinson · June 5, 2026 · 4 min read
What if PE lessons were organised around big ideas instead of isolated activities? Concept-based learning helps students understand the 'why' behind movement. Here's how to get started — with practical examples from Rachel Ford's framework.
By Jarrod Robinson · June 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Dr. Victoria Goodyear examines the evidence for using social media, apps, and wearable devices in PE — with a practical framework for evaluating when digital tools genuinely enhance learning and when they get in the way.
By Jarrod Robinson · May 27, 2026 · 8 min read
Most PE curricula revolve around games and sports — but are students actually learning from them? Game Sense specialist Ray breaks down the pedagogy of small-sided designer games, purposeful questioning, and task constraints that transform game play into genuine learning.
By Jarrod Robinson · May 5, 2026 · 4 min read
A phone on a tripod can transform skill learning in PE. Video feedback lets students see what they're actually doing — not what they think they're doing. Here's a practical guide to using video effectively in your PE lessons.
By Jarrod Robinson · April 17, 2026 · 6 min read
PE tech is everywhere — apps, wearables, AI tools, video analysis. But which ones actually improve teaching and learning? A practical framework for evaluating PE technology and making it work in your program.
By Jarrod Robinson · April 14, 2026 · 4 min read
Game Sense (Teaching Games for Understanding) is one of the most evidence-backed approaches to PE. This guide breaks down the framework, gives you practical examples, and shows you how to implement it tomorrow.
By Jarrod Robinson · April 11, 2026 · 3 min read
What happens when PE teachers stop planning by hand and switch to AI-powered tools? Real data from 10,000+ teachers on time saved, lesson quality, and why most never go back.
By Jarrod Robinson · April 6, 2026 · 3 min read
The research on physical education is overwhelming — quality PE improves academic performance, mental health, social skills, and long-term health outcomes. Here's what the evidence says and what quality PE actually looks like.
By Jarrod Robinson · March 30, 2026 · 7 min read
No gym? No problem. 20 practical PE activities for classrooms, hallways, and small spaces — equipment-free, low-equipment, and high-engagement options for when your usual space isn't available.
By Jarrod Robinson · March 28, 2026 · 3 min read
Built in 2014 and still used by 10,000+ people, Move It is a free Chrome extension that reminds you to take brain breaks during long computer sessions. We just pushed a fresh update with scheduling, customisation, and smarter notifications.
By Jarrod Robinson · March 27, 2026 · 8 min read
Practical SEL activities designed specifically for PE — aligned to the CASEL framework, ready to use tomorrow, and proven to develop self-awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making through movement.
By Jarrod Robinson · March 24, 2026 · 7 min read
A practical guide to setting up effective learning stations in PE — from planning space and equipment flow to 8 ready-to-use station ideas and rotation strategies that keep every student active.