Standards-Aligned. Teacher-Designed. Student-Approved.
Our mission is to empower educators with the evidence-based tools and resources to lead confident, effective, and engaging physical education for every student, everywhere.
Why Educators Love Pocket PE
Pocket PE adapts to any setting, equipment, or time frame, ensuring movement is possible anytime and anywhere.
Instant Lesson Plans
Generate adaptable, standards-based PE or movement break lessons in seconds with our easy-to-use app interface.
Video Instruction
Watch 30-60 second activity videos prior to teaching to learn proper techniques and activity instructions.
Standards-Based
All lessons align with national PE standards, ensuring your students develop essential movement skills while meeting curriculum requirements.
Adaptable Settings
Designed for any instructional environment—gym, classroom, or outdoors—with flexible equipment requirements to fit your school’s resources.
Audio Guidance
Built-in music and audio cues help manage activity flow and maximize student participation in PE.
Data Tracking
Automatically track and export PE minutes and standards to meet district and state requirements.
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PE Simplified.
Teaching Amplified.
What Educators Are Saying
Hear from classroom teachers and administrators who’ve transformed their PE instruction with Pocket PE.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about Pocket PE
What grade levels does Pocket PE support?
Currently, Pocket PE is available for Grades 3–5. Our K–2 curriculum is in development, with availability projected in 2026.
What devices are compatible with Pocket PE?
Pocket PE is a mobile app available on iOS and Mac platforms, as well as Android devices that can access the Google Play Store.
Who is Pocket PE designed for?
Pocket PE was created with classroom teachers in mind, providing accessible, standards-aligned physical education tools for any instructional setting. The app also supports PE specialists and adapts seamlessly to hybrid and collaborative models, ensuring every educator can deliver effective, engaging PE—regardless of background or teaching environment.
Who created Pocket PE, and what makes it unique?
Pocket PE was developed by a team of experts, led by Research Scientist Dr. Jeanette Ricci, with support from CDC and NIH Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants. Educators from diverse backgrounds helped shape both the curriculum and product design, ensuring our program is grounded in both research and real-world classroom experience.
How does Pocket PE protect student privacy?
Pocket PE is committed to privacy and does not collect student-level data. Educators can monitor and export class-level metrics for PE minutes and achieved standards for mandated requirements.
Does Pocket PE work offline?
Yes. After signing in, all Pocket PE features remain accessible offline, except for exporting PE Data Reports. This ensures educators can deliver standards-aligned lessons anywhere, regardless of WiFi connectivity.