This presentation makes the case for teaching American football in PE classes and settings. The speaker highlights how introducing American football and its rules and vocabulary aids in English language learning and helps students outside the United States understand a sport central to American culture and society. The presentation then unpacks the essentials of teaching football in PE, with a particular focus on safety, inclusivity, engagement, and fun. The speaker introduces ways to adapt American football to meet the needs of their classes, shows ways to modify American football’s rules, and demonstrate drills, games, and activities that build specific football-related skills. Challenges like space, safety, and equipment limitations will also be addressed and explained. Ultimately, this presentation will fully prepare PE teachers for playing American football in their classes!
China 2025
Job Role Applicability:
- Primary Years
- Middle Years
- Secondary Years
- Coaches
- Athletic Directors
Presentation
- Lower Elementary [Age 4 - 6]
- Upper Elementary [Age 8 - 10]
- Middle School [Age 11 - 13]
- High School [Age 14 - 17]