The real PE podcast

Join host Toni Smyth and real PE founders Ronnie Heath and John Parsons to discover how to transform PE from an experience that too often leaves children feeling "embarrassed" and "humiliated" into one where every child feels they belong. Listen as these passionate educators reveal why they felt compelled to challenge the status quo, how they identified that many primary teachers lacked confidence...

Join host Toni Smyth alongside real PE's CEO, Ronnie Heath and Director of Innovation, John Parsons as they tackle the outdated practices that still plague Physical Education. Each episode identifies ‘real nonsense’ - ineffective PE approaches that hinder children's learning and enjoyment - and offers practical solutions to transform these into engaging, inclusive learning experiences. In our debu...

In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the revolutionary "multi-abilities" approach, which recognises that successful physical education isn't just about physical skills - it's about developing the whole child. Discover why focusing on personal, social and cognitive skills alongside fundamental movement skills creates more inclusive, effective PE experiences where every child can succeed. L...

In this episode, the team dives into the problematic practice of queuing in PE - why it persists, its negative impacts on engagement and behaviour and better alternatives that increase active learning time. Whether you're a primary school teacher, coach, or school leader, this episode offers evidence-based solutions to maximize pupil participation, skill development and enjoyment. Join hosts Toni...

Discover how to transform PE from an experience that too often leaves children feeling "embarrassed" and "humiliated" into one where every child feels they belong. Listen as these passionate educators reveal why they felt compelled to challenge the status quo, how they identified that many primary teachers lacked confidence in PE due to their own negative experiences, and why they believe quality...

The real nonsense podcast tackles the outdated practices that still plague Physical Education. Each episode identifies ‘real nonsense’ - ineffective PE approaches that hinder children's learning and enjoyment - and offers practical solutions to transform these into engaging, inclusive learning experiences. In our debut episode of the real nonsense podcast, we explore how traditional "out" games di...

In this compelling episode of the real PE Podcast, Greg, Toni and Ronnie dive deep into the current state of Physical Education, challenging conventional practices and exploring what true success looks like for young learners. They candidly discuss the systemic issues in PE, from outdated teaching methods to the critical need for child-centered, learning-focused approaches. With passionate insight...

Want to turn your PE lessons from 'just another subject' into powerful learning experiences where every child thrives? Discover insider secrets from expert primary PE leads! Join us for an engaging exploration of primary Physical Education with two seasoned experts: Mark Templeton, a PE specialist with over 20 years of experience supporting schools across the South West, and Steve Low, a senior le...

Welcome to The real PE podcast, a friendly space for primary school educators passionate about transforming Physical Education and creating positive relationships with physical activity for EVERY child. In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into what truly matters in PE with distinguished experts Ronnie Heath, Toni Smyth and our special guest, Greg Dryer. They challenge traditional notio...