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Spin It Just Became Your PE Assistant: The Free Spinner Wheel That Now Builds Itself

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.

The Sport Education Model: Why SEPEP Is the Best PE Unit You're Not Running

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.

Brain Breaks That Actually Get Kids Moving — No App, No Equipment

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.

200+ PE Report Card Comments Sorted by Skill, Strand & Performance Level

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.

Yoga in PE: How to Create Calm, Focused, and Happy Classrooms

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.

Concept-Based Learning in PE: A Practical Introduction for Teachers

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.

Digital Learning in PE: Social Media, Apps, and Wearable Devices with Dr. Victoria Goodyear

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.

Game Sense in PE: A Complete Guide to Teaching Games for Understanding

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.

Video Feedback in PE: A Teacher's Guide to Using Video for Skill Development

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.

From Shiny Objects to Real Impact: Using Technology in PE the Right Way

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.

Game Sense in PE: A Complete Guide to Teaching Games for Understanding

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.

ConnectedPE vs Planning PE by Hand: What 10,000 Teachers Discovered

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.

Why Every School Needs a Quality PE Program (The Research Is Clear)

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.

PE Games for Small Spaces: 20 Activities When You Don't Have a Gym

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.

Move It: The Free Chrome Extension That Keeps You Moving at Your Desk

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.

Social-Emotional Learning in PE: Activities That Actually Work

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.

Station-Based PE: How to Set Up Effective Learning Stations

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.

The Social and Emotional Sides of Teaching PE: Insights from Prof. Robert Pangrazi

By Jarrod Robinson · March 18, 2026 · 5 min read

Prof. Robert Pangrazi — co-author of the world's most widely used PE textbook — explores the human side of PE teaching: building relationships, creating psychologically safe environments, and developing the emotional intelligence that transforms good teachers into great ones.

15 Inclusive PE Activities for Every Student in Your Class

By Jarrod Robinson · March 17, 2026 · 12 min read

Practical, ready-to-use PE activities designed so every student can participate meaningfully — regardless of ability, mobility, or learning needs. Includes modification frameworks and differentiation strategies for real classrooms.

The Complete Guide to Fitness Testing in PE

By Jarrod Robinson · March 16, 2026 · 9 min read

Everything PE teachers need to run fitness testing well — choosing the right tests, protocols for every component, age-appropriate norms, organisation tips, and how to make the data actually matter for students.