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The PE Umbrella | Practical conversations for Primary PE teachers

Ryan Ellis

Education

Frequency: 1 episode/637d. Total Eps: 257

The PE Umbrella is a podcast for primary teachers & PE specialists 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 PE with confidence, clarity, and impact.

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Under the Umbrella with Matt Magowan

Episode 253

Sunday, May 24, 2026 • Duration 54:32

In this episode of The PE Umbrella podcast I am joined by primary PE teacher at the United Nations international school of Hanoi, Matt Magowan

In this episode we explore what excellent primary PE looks like, including show favourite questions from years gone by. The conversation covers the importance of transitions in PE lessons, the concept of student agency and choice in learning, effective classroom management and structure, and the significance of personal relevance in learning. Matt shares insights and strategies related to these themes, providing valuable takeaways for everybody working in the primary PE space.

So what are you waiting for? Come on over and join us under the umbrella.

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Under the Umbrella with Josh Candy

Episode 252

Sunday, May 17, 2026 • Duration 53:14

This week I am joined by Josh Candy joins me for another conversation on all things Physical Development.

In this podcast episode, the conversation covers the definition of physical development in early years, the transition from secondary to primary PE, the distinction between PE, sport, and physical activity, the role of sports in PE lessons, and the importance of creating a consistent environment for PE lessons in early years.

So what are you waiting for? Come on over and join us under the umbrella.

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Archives Episode 1 - Professor Damian Hughes - Visualisation, Goal-Setting & Mindset in PE

Episode 1

Monday, July 15, 2024 • Duration 53:09

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, The PE Umbrella Archives will bring back the very best episodes from the early years of the podcast (2015-2018) and re-master them for your listening pleasure. The messages and knowledge bombs are timeless, so what are you waiting for? Come and join me in The PE Umbrella Archives, episode 1, with the sensational Professor Damian Hughes!

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Victoria Randall | The Primary PE and Sport Premium Report

Sunday, March 3, 2019 • Duration 01:09:08

Welcome to episode 121 of The PE Umbrella podcast and another absolute belter of an episode!

This week, I welcomed Victoria Randall to the show, a key figurehead behind the writing and then publishing of the report into the Primary PE and Sport Premium, that sought to unpick how effective it truly has been! This episode dives deep into many of the findings from the report and we discuss some key recommendations that have been subsequently put forward.

- Teacher training

- Use of coaches

- Teacher workload

- Getting core status

- What is a 'specialist' and is this dangerous?

As the interview progresses, many interesting points are raised, and as a classroom teacher myself, one who empathises with teacher workload and how schools view PE, I was keen to throw my opinions into the hat. Even more so than other episodes, I'd like this to spark off some professional dialogue over social media, so please get in touch @ryansporting to let me know your thoughts on any of the topics raised in this episode!

What are you waiting for? I'll see you Under the Umbrella!

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Seth Foster | Meeting them where they're at - Primary PE Masterclass

Sunday, May 12, 2019 • Duration 01:09:50

Welcome to episode 125 of The PE Umbrella podcast! Joining me Under the Umbrella this week is Seth Foster.

With over 15 years of experience working with the children and young people of Yorkshire schools, Seth has accumulated a wealth of knowledge when it comes to PE. He uses his experience being a disability sports coach, a mindfulness paws B teacher and his extensive PE teaching experience to share with you his thoughts Under the umbrella today.

Much of our conversation talks about the current PE landscape in the UK and how it has evolved during his 10 years working for the Pennine Sports Partnership. We share ideas of how being present and mindful should be a focus of our lessons and how to create a great learning environment. Not only that, but he even takes the time to talk us through his top class management tip and favourite warm up!

As always, this is simply one knowledge bomb after another, so get the note pad and pen ready! Come on over and join us Under the PE Umbrella.

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Kyle Bragg | The Reflective Practitioner

Sunday, March 24, 2019 • Duration 39:33

Welcome to episode 122 of The PE Umbrella podcast! Joining me Under the Umbrella today is National Board Certified PE teacher Kyle Bragg. As the 2018 Arizona Elementary teacher of the year, Kyle brings lots to the table for this PhysEd chat. During this episode we talk about the importance of student voice/choice and how undertaking his NBC qualification has supercharged his teaching, amongst other PE dialogue!

Not only that, but we have the usual show favourites to sink our teeth into as well...

- His top class-management tip

- The worst lesson he ever taught

- His favourite warm-up activity EVER!

- The one piece of equipment he absolutely could not live without!

So what are you waiting for? Come on over and join us Under the PE Umbrella.

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Physed Reflections | Practice Makes Boring...

Monday, December 12, 2016 • Duration 19:16

Welcome to episode 61 of The PE Umbrella Podcast. This week, I dive into more reflections and delve into the world of language and motivation, dancing around both issues as I seek to suggest ways in which the language you use can impact your students. In the episode I cover thoughts around Carol Dweck's Growth Mindset concept and guide you towards The Physical Educator to become a YETI as well as share an inspiring 'Yet' story from the professional world of sport. I also question the use of 'Practice' as part of teaching vocabulary and voice how I think it can be seen as a negative and uninspiring way to look at doing things. I offer up alternatives and set you, the listeners a challenge ready to take up in your own teaching this week. So what are you waiting for? Come on over and join me Under the Umbrella!

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Ryan Forwood | Models Based Practice, Dodgeball and Is Learning Fun?

Sunday, December 4, 2016 • Duration 37:26

Welcome to episode 60 of The PE Umbrella Podcast. In this episode I am joined by our second EVER repeat guest, Primary School PE Co-ordinator and models based practice advocate, Ryan Forwood. It was a real pleasure to speak with Ryan again and this episode runs as more of an informal discussion than a Q+A. I check in with what Ryan has been doing at his school in the past 9 months and discover how he is able to serve morning, lunch and after school clubs five days a week! He also shares with us his major successes and insights into the Sport Education and Co-operative learning models, highlighting how persistence pays off. Not people to shy away from controversy, we also dive into the topic of dodgeball and whether we feel it has a place in any school setting and what lessons (if any) can be learned from it! So fasten your seatbelt and Come join us both 'Under the PE Umbrella'

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Physical Education, Movement & Music in the Early Years with Helen Battelley

Sunday, June 7, 2020 • Duration 54:33

Welcome to episode 163 of The PE Umbrella Podcast!

This week I am joined by Early Childhood Movement consultant Helen Battelley.

On this episode, we chat about ALL things PE, movement and music in the early years setting and beyond. There is no doubting the importance of 'getting it right' in the early years in order to cement positive attitudes mentally towards Physical Activity and prepare the body physically for a life long love of movement.

During this episode, we talk about WHY it is so critical to get it right in EYFS and the potential consequences if we do not. Helen then tells us what we CAN DO to make sure we do get it right and throws so many knowledge bombs you can take away that you'll probably have to listen to the episode twice! We dive into lots of rabbit holes of interesting discussion backed by research and I'm certain there's plenty for you to think about no matter the age group you teach!

So what are you waiting for? Jump under the umbrella with us and join in the conversation by tweeting me @thepeumbrella. Note pad ready!

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Primary PE Uncovered with Steve Busby

Sunday, May 31, 2020 • Duration 01:03:07

Welcome to episode 162 of The PE Umbrella Podcast!

This week I am joined by Primary PE consultant Steve Busby. On this episode we chat about ALL things PE, and take a trip down the regular show questions, seeking to draw out knowledge bombs from Steve and his many years experience teaching Primary PE. This means you can expect answers to questions such as:

- What currently excites you about PE?

- What misconceptions about our subject should be banished to room 101?

- Why is EYFS Critical?

- What is your ideal PE lesson recipe?

- What is your worst ever PE lesson and what did you learn from it?

ALL of that and SO much more as Steve really brings his A-game to the show. Not to mention the odd rant cannon from me thrown in there for good measure too! So what are you waiting for? Jump under the umbrella with us and join in the conversation by tweeting me @thepeumbrella. Note pad ready!

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