PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
At our core, we believe that high-quality education and professional development should be accessible to all—no matter the size of the audience. Our pricing structure is intentionally designed to meet the needs of local districts, individual schools, and large-scale state conventions alike. We recognize the financial challenges educational institutions often face, and we remain committed to providing meaningful, high-impact professional learning without creating unnecessary budget strain. Our goal is to equip educators with valuable tools and experiences at a cost that is both reasonable and transparent.
In addition to flexible pricing, we offer districts and organizations the opportunity to fully customize their professional development experience. Clients can design their own workshop agenda by selecting from the available list of abstracts. A half-day workshop includes your choice of three sessions, while a full-day workshop includes five to six sessions. Each course runs approximately 50 minutes and can be tailored to fit the needs, goals, and skill levels of your educators. This customizable format ensures that every workshop is meaningful, relevant, and aligned with your school or district’s vision for physical education and student wellness.
Dave is the creator of PEPALOOZA WORKSHOPS and an award-winning, nationally recognized physical education teacher with more than 25 years of experience teaching and coaching at all levels. He has authored seven books for elementary, middle, and high school educators and has developed more than 190 PE and health resources currently being used by teachers across the United States. His passion for empowering educators through engaging, practical, and innovative instruction is at the heart of every workshop he delivers.
HALF DAY ONSITE WORKSHOP
FULL DAY ONSITE WORKSHOP
HALF DAY VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
Launch & Go: Quick Hits to Jumpstart Teamwork and Energy
IGNITING TEAMWORK: INSTANT ACTIVITIES TO SPARK ENERGY AND ENGAGEMENT
In this session, we’ll explore a variety of quick, high-energy activities designed to instantly engage students and build teamwork. These instant activities will foster collaboration, increase enthusiasm, and create a positive atmosphere in any PE setting, ensuring students are energized and ready to participate.
All In, All Moving: Big Group Games with Bigger Impact
MAXIMIZING MOVEMENT: LARGE GROUP GAMES FOR DYNAMIC PARTICIPATION
Learn how to effectively manage large groups while keeping all students actively engaged. This session will cover a range of exciting, inclusive games that promote full participation, teamwork, and physical activity, no matter the size of your class. Perfect for boosting energy and ensuring no one is left out.
Space Invaders: Invasion Games That Grow Grit and Leadership
EMPOWERING PLAY: INVASION ACTIVITIES TO BUILD CONFIDENCE AND LEADERSHIP
Invasion games are a powerful tool for teaching teamwork, strategy, and leadership. This session will focus on activities that challenge students while promoting confidence, decision-making, and collaboration. Learn how to adapt and implement these games to develop well-rounded, confident leaders in your PE program.
You’ll Get Served: Creative Twists on Classic Net Games
UNLEASHING CREATIVITY: NET GAMES THAT INSPIRE INNOVATION
Net games are a fantastic way to combine strategy, creativity, and teamwork. In this session, you’ll discover new and innovative net game variations that encourage creative problem-solving and adaptability. These activities will challenge students while promoting skill development and teamwork in a fun, engaging way.
Groove & Grow: Dance Activities That Move the Mind and Body
INNOVATIVE MOVES: DANCE YOUR WAY TO FUN AND LEARNING
Dance doesn’t have to be just about rhythm—it’s a tool for learning, creativity, and expression. In this session, you’ll learn how to integrate innovative dance routines that energize students, foster collaboration, and support physical and social development. These activities will help you turn movement into an exciting learning experience for all students.
Better Together: Team Games That Build Bonds and Boost Learning
COLLABORATIVE CONNECTIONS: TEAM-BASED GAMES TO ENHANCE LEARNING
Explore the power of team-based games that promote cooperation and communication among students. This session will introduce fun, collaborative activities that strengthen peer relationships, enhance social skills, and create a supportive environment for students to learn and grow together.
Skill Builders: Fun, Focused Activities to Sharpen Motor Mastery
MASTERING MOVEMENT: MASTERING MOTOR SKILLS WITH PURPOSE
Motor skill development is the foundation of physical education. This session focuses on creative activities that help students refine their motor skills while having fun. You’ll learn how to design purposeful activities that enhance coordination, strength, and agility, ensuring that students develop the skills they need for physical success and confidence.
Hit & Run: Reviving Striking & Fielding for Today’s PE Class
STRIKING & FIELDING GAMESIn striking and fielding games, players hit or kick an object and run between two points while the opposing team works to recover it. However, with fewer students learning the necessary skills early and sandlots fading away, traditional games like baseball and softball can be tough to teach in large PE classes. This session offers fun, inclusive ways to bring striking and fielding games into your PE program—no matter your students’ skill levels.
The Confidence Act: Circus Arts to Empower Every Student
CIRCUS ARTS
This session highlights innovative ways to build self-esteem and support the whole middle school student. By planning, practicing, and performing their own movement sequences, students discover their ability to succeed—not just in PE, but in life. Through skill development and performance, they gain confidence, independence, and a stronger sense of self-worth rooted in mastery and physical literacy.
Fitness in Disguise: Sneaky Fun That Gets Kids Moving
CAMOUFLAGING FITNESS – MAKING MOVEMENT FUN AGAIN
Say goodbye to boring push-ups and sit-ups! This session shares creative ways to camouflage fitness through fun, high-energy games that build strength, endurance, and agility—without students even realizing they’re working out. Walk away with ready-to-use activities that boost motivation, reduce fitness anxiety, and make movement meaningful and enjoyable for all.
Smart Moves – Bridging Academics and Physical Education for Holistic Learning
ACTIVE STRATEGIES TO CONNECT MINDS AND BODIES IN EVERY LESSON
Discover how to energize your teaching by integrating academic content into physical education! This interactive session introduces practical strategies for blending movement with subjects like math, science, language arts, and social studies. Based on the book Smart Moves, you’ll explore lesson ideas that boost engagement, reinforce learning, and support whole-child development. Whether you’re a PE teacher or classroom educator, you’ll leave with adaptable tools to create active, academic-rich experiences that help students thrive both mentally and physically. Let’s get moving—and learning—together!
The Movement Magic Show: Engaging Young Learners One Game at a Time
Early Learners Edition — Igniting Joy and Movement in Every Child
WHERE EVERY WIGGLE IS A WIN
Discover the power of purposeful play through a collection of fun, developmentally appropriate activities designed to build physical literacy, creativity, and cooperation in young learners. Participants will explore hands-on games that blend movement, rhythm, and imagination while supporting social-emotional growth and classroom connections. Come ready to move, laugh, and learn as we celebrate how joyful physical activity can spark lifelong confidence and a love for movement.
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BOOST ENGAGEMENT: STRATEGIES TO GET EVERYONE INVOLVED
Engaging every student can be a challenge, but with the right strategies, it’s achievable! This session will provide practical tips and tricks to boost participation and engagement, ensuring every student is included and motivated to give their best in PE activities, no matter their skill level.
CULTIVATING RESPECT: ENGAGING ACTIVITIES TO FOSTER POSITIVE BEHAVIOR
Positive behavior starts with strong relationships and mutual respect. This session will cover activities that teach students how to work together with respect, communicate effectively, and handle challenges in a positive way. Learn how to foster a classroom culture of kindness, cooperation, and self-regulation through movement and play.