By Jarrod Robinson · March 2, 2026 · 10 min read
Professional development for PE teachers has changed. Gone are the days of generic PD days and one-size-fits-all workshops. Here's how to build a personalised professional learning plan that actually makes you a better teacher — and where to find the best PD for physical education in 2026.
By Jarrod Robinson · March 1, 2026 · 5 min read
Research shows being picked last causes lasting disengagement. Here are 4 common team selection methods ranked — plus the smart alternative PE teachers are switching to.
By Jarrod Robinson · March 1, 2026 · 6 min read
A comprehensive guide to bringing yoga into your PE program — practical poses, breathing techniques, projection resources, unit planning ideas, and free downloadable student worksheets.
By Jarrod Robinson · February 27, 2026 · 5 min read
Most fitness testing is disconnected, paper-based, and meaningless to students. Here's how to transform it into a student-centred experience with instant ratings, progress tracking, and gamification — using the free Fitness Tests App.
By Jarrod Robinson · February 25, 2026 · 10 min read
The Sport Education model sounds great in theory — but implementing it with younger students is another story. Josh Simpson shares the mistakes he made, the changes that worked, and a step-by-step framework for running a student-led sporting season in your primary PE classes.
By Jarrod Robinson · February 24, 2026 · 8 min read
The 10 best PE warm-up games that keep every student moving, require minimal equipment, and actually work in real classes. Plus variations for every age group.
By Jarrod Robinson · February 23, 2026 · 8 min read
Assessment rubrics don't have to take hours to build. Here's how to create effective PE rubrics — with free templates and an AI-powered shortcut that takes you from blank page to scoring students in under 60 seconds.
By Jarrod Robinson · February 20, 2026 · 10 min read
Traditional fitness testing happens to students, not with them. Discover how to shift from compliance to ownership with student-led fitness testing — a practical framework for PE teachers.
By Jarrod Robinson · February 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Report card comments don't have to swallow your weekends. Here are 20 ready-to-use PE comments plus a faster way to write personalised reports for every student.
By Jarrod Robinson · February 17, 2026 · 9 min read
Most technology in PE fails because it starts with the tool, not the outcome. After 15+ years working with PE teachers across 30 countries, here's the framework I use to cut through the noise and make tech actually work in physical education.
By Jarrod Robinson · February 16, 2026 · 6 min read
Here’s a confession: I used to dread teaching jump rope. Not because I don’t love jump rope — I do. It’s one of the best all-round activities in PE....
By Jarrod Robinson · February 10, 2026 · 6 min read
Most PE curricula are organised around sports and activities — but what if the real lesson is bigger than the game? Dr. Aaron Beighle shares a practical framework for weaving concepts like empathy, resilience, and honesty through your existing programme.
By Jarrod Robinson · September 12, 2025 · 5 min read
“Picture this: You’re trying to help a student perfect their basketball shot, but by the time you’ve jogged over to give feedback, they’ve already taken...
By Jarrod Robinson · August 27, 2025 · 5 min read
“Should I use this app in my PE class?” I hear this question constantly from teachers around the world. But here’s the thing—they’re starting with the...
By Jarrod Robinson · February 25, 2025 · 4 min read
Physical literacy is more than just being good at sport — it's the motivation, confidence, and competence to move for life. Learn what it means, why it matters in PE, and how to implement it, featuring insights from researcher Dr. Dean Dudley.
By Jarrod Robinson · February 25, 2025 · 3 min read
In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast, Jarrod Robinson returns to discuss the transformative power of AI in education, emphasizing its potential to...
By Jarrod Robinson · February 16, 2025 · 2 min read
Stuck on What Game to Play? Let AI Help! As a physical education teacher, coach, or sports instructor, you’ve probably faced the challenge of figuring out...
By Jarrod Robinson · February 10, 2025 · 1 min read
Objective: Students will engage in hands-on activities to experience Newton’s Laws of Motion and understand the role of inertia, force, and momentum in...
By Jarrod Robinson · June 2, 2023 · 2 min read
Balance is one of the most fundamental movement skills in physical education — and one of the most overlooked. Here are proven activities and progressions to build stability and coordination across all age groups.
By Jarrod Robinson · August 24, 2022 · 2 min read
Introduction High jump is a fundamental event in track and field that challenges athletes to clear a horizontal bar using various techniques. Over time,...