PE Teaching Blog
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.
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.
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.
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.