Whether you have a class set or just a few scooters, there are many activities that will boost your student’s excitement and engagement. Scooters can be filled with fun, but there are safety routines you will want to put into place to help your students stay safe and your equipment last longer. Essential Scooter Safety ..read more

In the world of international education, there are those who simply teach, and then there are educators like Allison Deakin, Head of Department for Elementary PE and Swimming, JV & Varsity Badminton Coach, and former Activities Coordinator at GEMS Dubai American Academy (DAA). With over 30 years of teaching experience spanning Canada, Singapore, Jakarta, and ..read more

A positive school culture creates an environment where students feel safe, respected, and encouraged to take risks in their learning. Establishing Shared Mission and Values We focus on establishing a shared school mission, values, and behaviors geared toward both academic and social-emotional success for every student. This involves building and maintaining meaningful relationships among teachers ..read more

SuperSafe Floor Hockey: A Unique and Safe Way to Teach Hockey in PE DOM Sports Hockey season is here! Incorporating floor hockey into a physical education curriculum is a great way to get kids motivated and involved in physical activity. When it comes to introducing young players to the game of hockey, safety and performance ..read more

Engaging Pickleball Activities for PE Classes Gopher Community Gopher’s NowNets are the ultimate addition to any physical education class! They’re easy to set up, versatile, and get everyone moving and practicing skills. Teachers everywhere are coming up with some awesome ways to use NowNets, and we’ve gathered a few of the best! To maximize their ..read more

Giant Up 4 It – A Fun and Educational Game for Classroom Collaboration DOM Sports Seeking a new way to boost collaboration, spark creativity, and sharpen problem-solving skills in your classroom this school year? Travel back in time and rediscover the classic game of Connect Four with the Giant Up 4 It! Standing at nearly ..read more

Imagine trying to design a PE program that engages over 1,800 students, ages 3-18, from more than 60 nationalities, all while adapting to different skill levels, cultural backgrounds, and languages! That’s exactly what Megan Lockett and her team of 11 PE teachers and 7 Thai PE Academic Assistants at NIST (New International School of Thailand ..read more

At St. Francis’s School (STFS) in Western Australia, the Physical Education (PE) program plays a crucial role in helping students rediscover their love for movement and physical activity. STFS is a C.A.R.E. (Curriculum and Reengagement in Education) school, dedicated to providing support for students who have experienced trauma and struggled in traditional education settings. With ..read more

One of the unique things about my school is that we design a special sports unit for the 5th graders that will introduce them to the sports we offer in middle school. Our goal is to expose them to the majority of the sports we offer to both girls and boys. This allows them to ..read more

Gopher’s dodgeballs are designed with safety, durability, and versatility in mind. Constructed with soft foam cores and protective coatings like UltraCoat and DuraCoat, these dodgeballs are built for a variety of activities, emphasizing safety and performance. Here’s a closer look at the different dodgeball products Gopher offers: Material and Coatings Types of Gopher Dodgeballs 1 ..read more