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Are you ready for some (flag) football!? WIN WIN Athletics is building the best flag football experiences in the world, beginning with their innovative and inclusive Flag Football Kits. Each kit is like a football field that you can carry, containing everything that you need to play a game of 5-on-5. Our patented Beltless Flags are easy to put on, consistent to pull off and make it easy for anyone to play flag football anywhere. Come see WIN WIN Athletics' Founder and native Kentuckian, Geoff Baldwin, demo the Flag Kit and talk about how he went from a dad coaching youth sports to the inventor of the best flag football gear in the world!

Yoga For the Soul is a holistic practice blending yoga postures, mindful breathing, and meditation to nurture mind, body, and spirit. It offers a peaceful space for self-discovery, healing, and inner balance, helping participants achieve physical flexibility, and mental clarity through a trauma informed lens.

Take your school’s social and emotional learning to the next level with free resources from Believe In You. The Empowerment Program is evidence-based and built for flexible implementation. This session is designed to inspire you and prepare you to fully implement BIY actvities and resources with students or adults in a school, health class or physical education setting. Participants will be led through activities that help build school connection, educate on emotions, inclusiveness, and promote leadership. This experience is interactive and fun! All of the resources and activities are completely free through Varsity Brands and Believe In You. They can be modified to fit any grade level and teaching environment

Traditional kickball often leaves many players standing idle in the outfield or waiting for their turn to kick. This session introduces innovative kickball variations designed to maximize engagement, movement, and fun for all participants. Through creative rule modifications, multiple balls in play, and dynamic team structures, these adaptations ensure every student stays active and involved.

Are you looking for new ways to engage your students and make physical education more inclusive, exciting, and effective? Non-traditional games offer a fresh approach to PE by encouraging creativity, teamwork, and movement in ways that go beyond typical sports and activities. But what exactly are non-traditional games, and how do they impact student learning and engagement?

Technology and dance can be a physical educators nightmare! Where to begin to use technology in your space, how to use it and on top of that, getting your students to DANCE! This session is designed for K-12 teachers to help you incorporate dance into your curriculum. Activities range from individual dance, group dancing and dancing with manipulatives.

Are you looking for fresh, exciting ways to start your PE classes? This high-energy session will introduce a variety of warm-up games designed specifically for middle school students. Say goodbye to repetitive, uninspiring routines and hello to engaging activities that foster excitement, teamwork, and readiness for movement. These warm-ups require little to no equipment and can be easily adapted for any class size, making them a perfect fit for any program. Through hands-on participation, attendees will experience a dynamic mix of warm-up activities that emphasize cooperation, strategic thinking, and active engagement. Whether you are looking to boost student motivation, increase participation, or simply refresh your approach, this session will provide practical, easy-to-implement ideas that bring energy and enthusiasm to every class. Participants will also learn strategies to modify and scaffold activities to accommodate various skill levels and keep students challenged. Walk away with a collection of ready-to-use warm-up games that will ignite your students’ enthusiasm for movement from the very start of class. Get ready to move, play, and transform your warm-up routine!

Each unit features engaging activities that focus on fundamental soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, receiving, defense, and finishing. The curriculum also incorporates strategies for fostering leadership, communication, and connection skills, helping students develop on and off the field. Attendees will benefit from standards-based lesson plans, formative and summative assessments, and adaptable activities to ensure inclusivity and accessibility for all learners. World Cup-inspired content brings global excitement into the classroom, offering students a meaningful connection to the sport. Embedded skill cues empower students to build confidence and competence while achieving learning outcomes. This session equips teachers with practical, hands-on strategies to seamlessly integrate soccer into their PE programs, regardless of prior experience with the sport. By attending, educators will leave with the tools to deliver inclusive, engaging, and standards-aligned lessons that inspire students to embrace the world’s most popular sport. Selecting this session will provide KY SHAPE attendees with innovative resources and strategies to elevate middle and high school physical education programs, making it an essential addition to the conference lineup.

This session will be geared towards teachers looking for unique activities or variations of games they may already utilize. Dotball, Paddle Spikeball, Paddle Zlam, and Ramp Shot all emphasize social skills, strategy, and teamwork while promoting student engagement. In this hands-on session, we will explore modifications, drills, and lead-up activities that cater to all learners, ensuring inclusivity and skill development. Participants will gain insight into how these games can be adapted for different ability levels and classroom settings while maintaining a moderate to vigorous level of physical activity. Attendees will leave with practical implementation strategies, variations to keep games fresh and exciting, and best practices to maximize student participation. Whether you are looking to introduce new activities or enhance existing ones, this session will provide valuable tools to elevate your physical education curriculum or recreational programming. Get ready to take your yard games to the next level!

Learn new activities from non-traditional units that will enhance your PE program. This session will introduce units that go beyond the standard curriculum, sharing lessons, objectives, and practical applications. You’ll experience an activity from several different units, all designed to be implemented using a variety of fundamental skills and common PE equipment, making them accessible for every program. Don’t miss this opportunity to inspire your students with fresh ideas that bring excitement and variety to your PE classes!

Unleash the power of play! Dive into our electrifying Flag Rugby professional development session and transform your PE classes. This isn't just learning rules; it's igniting a passion for movement and teamwork. We'll equip you with dynamic drills, adaptable strategies, and the confidence to bring the thrill of rugby to every student.