Layering the Cognitive Load for Impactful PE Lessons
The Mastering Primary PE Summit
Layering the Cognitive Load for Impactful PE Lessons
This workshop is designed to help you to deliver better PE lessons using a step-by-step teaching method that builds skills and games while keeping things simple for students to understand. Boost teaching confidence in creating fun, well-structured lessons that promote progress without overloading your students.
Next event: PHASE China, May 2026
Delivered at major events (including PHASE China, May 2026)
Available by school request
Stand-alone events available
Duration: full workshop 3 hours (major event duration can vary)
What You’ll Learn
During this workshop, participants will explore how to:
Layer skills and concepts gradually to support understanding and retention
Design lessons that build from simple to complex, without overwhelming students
Link skill development meaningfully into games and activities
Maintain engagement and flow while keeping learning goals clear
Increase teaching confidence through intentional lesson design
Who This Workshop Is For
This workshop is suitable for all teachers, including:
Primary PE educators/coaches
Classroom teachers delivering PE
PE leaders supporting staff development
No prior specialist PE training is required, strategies are practical, adaptable, and immediately applicable.
How This Workshop Is Delivered
This workshop will be delivered at major events, such as PHASE, alongside other international professional learning events.
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This workshop can be delivered on-site at your school, tailored to your staff’s experience level, curriculum, and priorities. Ideal for whole-staff training or PE departments. Certificate of participation is included.
👉 Contact us to request this workshop at your school.
Stand-alone events are also available. Venues are currently being confirmed for 2026, and expressions of interest are welcome. Certificate of participation is included.
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Inspire. Connect. Empower.
This workshop is part of the wider PE Solutions commitment to inspiring high-quality Primary PE practice, connecting educators across schools and regions, and empowering teachers with strategies that truly work in real classrooms.