Welcome to the very first episode of The PE Umbrella Archives. This mini-series will run as a thread through the main PE Umbrella podcast as a means to re-visit classic episodes of the show that have truly stood the test of time.  As the show approaches its' 9th Birthday, I have reflected on the many incredible episodes from years gone by and just how much I learned from producing them and having those career-defining conversations.  I also acknowledge that there are newer listeners of the show who may never have heard some of the very best conversations from the shows roots. Thus, T ..read more

With me under the umbrella this week is assistant headteacher and author of the book ‘Making every PE lesson count’, James Crane. In this episode we find out exactly how to do just that, make every PE lesson count!  So what are you waiting for?  Come on over and join us under the PE umbrella ..read more

With me under the umbrella this week is national PE subject advisor for PE New Zealand (PENZ), Marisa McKay.  Another wonderful conversation on ALL things primary PE awaits, so get that note pad and pen ready ..read more

With me under the umbrella this week is the primary PE lead at British school Jakarta, Jo Heaume.  In this conversation we learn about Jo's journey to teaching internationally and exactly what makes PE tick in her school.  Ideas, tips and thoughts to mull over are all here in this episode, so what are you waiting for? Come on over and join us under the PE Umbrella ..read more

In this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast, I am joined by PE mentor and coach for primary PE teachers who teach or want to teach in an international school, Gemma Craker. We talk through Gemma's own PE story and unpick her perspectives on the subject that we all love.  From lesson advice to  practical tips, it's all here, so what are you waiting for?  Come on over and join us under the umbrella ..read more

In this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by PE Lead Shauna Pemberton. As an experienced primary teacher leading the subject, Shauna is making a real difference to the lives of the pupils in her school community, putting PE and physical activity at the heart of change.  She shares with us her relationship with the subject before offering her insights into how you can embrace PE in your school too. Lesson tips Activities Class management Curriculum It's all here, so what are you waiting for?  Come on over and join us under The PE Umbrella ..read more

This week on the PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by PE and swim lead, Sam Horton.  As somebody living and breathing leading the subject on a day-to-day basis, Sam is somebody who is in the know and it was fascinating to hear his perspective on the subject. In this episode you can expect some great nuggets of information that you can take away and try in your own setting.  So what are you waiting for?  Come on over and join us under the umbrella.   ..read more

Joining me on The PE Umbrella podcast this week is the Head of PE at the Alice Smith school Kuala Lumpur and the chair of FOBISIA PE and sport executive committee, Anna Sheppard.   PE perspectives, insights and advice are just some of what Anna shares, so what are you waiting for?  Come on over and join us under the umbrella ..read more

On this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast, I am joined by senior lecturer in sport, PE and development at the University of East London, Mo Jafar.   I can't wait for you to hear this one, it was a truly fascinating and organic conversation with Mo about PE and the current implications across the landscape.  So what are you waiting for?  Come on over and join me under the umbrella ..read more

With me under the umbrella this week is PE teacher at Capital Tokyo international school Hugo Pires.   Lots of people have asked for Hugo to join me under the umbrella and I am delighted that we were finally able to make it happen.  This was an insightful conversation into Hugo's perspectives on PE and how he has brought Parkour to his students in Japan. I can't wait for you to listen to this episode, so what are you waiting for? Come on over and join us under The PE Umbrella ..read more