Stay ConnectedThe PE Umbrella is a podcast for primary teachers & those working in the primary PE space who want practical, actionable ideas they can use straight away.
Hosted by Ryan Ellis, each episode features honest conversations with educators from around the world, sharing real strategies, lessons, and experiences from the field.
With over 200 episodes to date, the focus is simple: cut through the noise and help you deliver better primary PE with confidence, clarity, and impact.
Welcome to the PE Umbrella podcast, episode 51, in which I am joined by Physed Teacher, teacher trainer, author and all round fountain of knowledge Aaron Beighle. In this episode we dive into a whole host of topics including how to find a better balance as a physed teacher, specialist PE teachers, top tips for managing a class and we even find out how Aaron would start a lesson with a class he has just met for the first time... Plus, I ask Aaron the regular show favourites including his top warm ups and other great physed resources that we all need to go and check out! So what are you waiting for? Come and join us both 'Under the Umbrella'
Welcome to the half century episode of The PE Umbrella podcast, Number 50! For the first time in the short history of The PE Umbrella I welcome a dance specialist to the show. In this episode I talk to Caroline 'The Dance Lady' Newman, A specialist from Wiltshire, England that delivers CPD, Cheer and Fun Fitness Sessions across a number of Primary Schools across the region. During this episode we discuss key points including, Why is Dance an important part of the physed curriculum? How to structure a unit of work on Dance? What is her favourite warm up to use in her Dance sessions? All of this and more can be found in this weeks episode so what are you waiting for? Come and join us both 'Under the PE Umbrella'
Welcome to episode 49 of the PE Umbrella Podcast! In this episode, I share with you my Physed Masterclass, detailing what I consider to be one of the best PE lessons that I've ever taught. I breakdown the build up, warm up, skill progressions and main focus of the session with the hope of inspiring you to take snippets of it to use yourself. As an accompaniment to the new PE Umbrella Academy YouTube channel, the podcast audio allows you to not miss a thing! If video is your thing, head on over to The PE Umbrella Academy YouTube channel to watch the Masterclass there! So what are you waiting for? Come on over and join me Under the Umbrella'
Welcome to the PE Umbrella podcast, episode 48! In this episode I am joined by PE development and Technology specialist Naomi Hartl. In this episode we delve into her favourite uses of tech, must have warm up (IT IS SUPERB!), reflect on her best lesson ever as I gear up for the launch of The PE Umbrella Academy YouTube channel and discuss her highlights from PEInstitute16, including her keynote to finish the conference. Have you or your students found your tipping point yet? Well let us help nudge you ever closer as we share knowledge bombs in this killer episode! What are you waiting for? Come and join us both 'Under the Umbrella'
In this very special episode of The PE Umbrella Podcast, I am joined by Professor Damian Hughes. Damian is an the author of several best selling books including 'Liquid Thinking' 'Liquid Leadership' and 'The Five Steps To A Winning Mindset' to name but a few. On top of this, Damian has worked as a change management consultant and sport psychologist for Sale Sharks, West Bromwich Albion FC, France Rugby League, Warrington Wolves and the England & GB Rugby teams too! In this episode we stray in a completely new direction from past interview episodes and delve into the mindset of children in Primary PE. How much praise is too much? How important is goal setting? Should we rehearse visualisation techniques with our class? All of this and more is answered in this action packed episode! You simply don't want to miss this! It was a genuine pleasure to speak with Damian. He was such a humble and welcoming man, willing to share his wealth of knowledge & experience, describing in actionable terms how we can apply it in Physical Education. So what are you waiting for? Grab your note pad and pen because you will need it! I'll see you 'Under the Umbrella'
Welcome to the PE Umbrella podcast. In this episode I am joined by K-12th grade PE teacher and 7th-12th grade Health teacher Ryan Armstrong. In this episode we reflect on ALL things primary/elementary PE including his highlights from PEInstitute16, Pokemon themed warm ups and killer class management advice. The enthusiasm that Ryan has for PE is contagious and it was evident from the outset that he just LOVES what he does! During this podcast he shares so much actionable content that is relevant to your own teaching on a day to day basis. For example, Could you be contradicting yourself when using a whistle teaching PE? Come and find out in this episode and join us both 'Under the Umbrella'
In episode 45 of The PE Umbrella podcast, I am joined by PE teacher and lover of being physically active, Jo Bailey. In this episode, Jo talks about her PEInstitute16 highlights, why and how we can help children find their fun as well as regulars such as her favourite activities and best class management tips! As always, it was a genuine pleasure to talk with somebody with the experience and presence as Jo. Her knowledge and advice really is invaluable and I'm sure you will find yourself nodding along to what she talks about, just as I was myself. So what are you waiting for? Come and join us 'Under the Umbrella' and get inspired!
In this episode of The PE Umbrella, I am joined by K-8th grade PE teacher Adam Metcalf. In this episode we chat ALL things primary PE including his highlights from PEInstitute16, favourite uses of tech in PE, must do warm up activities and even class management tips! We even talk about his early career transition from a business accounts manager to becoming an outstanding PE teacher! It was a pleasure speaking to Adam as he shared his in depth knowledge with a real passion and articulated them in such an easy to understand way. You are sure to hear some content and advice that you too, can take away into your own PE classroom this week. So what are you waiting for? Come and join us 'Under the Umbrella'
In this episode of The PE Umbrella Podcast, I am joined by Early Years Physical Development Specialist, Tania Swift. As the director of B Inspired, a company specialising in training, tools and resources for teachers delivering early years PE, Tania has years of experience delivering CPD and workshops that improve the quality of provision in Early Years Physical Education. I feel that early years provision is sometimes overlooked for the 'shiny object' and 'cool' things that can be delivered to older children but in this episode we discuss the importance of a sound early years PE curriculum for laying the foundations towards a more physically literate life and boosting the enjoyment of physical education. So what are you waiting for? Come and join us 'Under the Umbrella' for some early years knowledge bombs!
In this episode of The PE Umbrella, I am joined by PE teacher Daniel Zito. Currently living and working in Melbourne, Australia, Daniel is a huge supporter of IPad education in the PE setting and Parkour enthusiast! In this episode we chat ALL things primary PE including the best use of IPads in the PE classroom, introducing Parkour in your teaching and even his #peexpressionsessions. You simply don't want to miss this! As always, it was a true pleasure to speak to Daniel, as somebody I have looked up to and followed on Twitter over the past year he produces such inspiring content and he shares an INCREDIBLE amount of ACTIONABLE advice and takeaways in this interview. So what are you waiting for? Come and join us 'Under the Umbrella'
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