PHE-MB MTS PD Day Conference 2025

Event is FULL - Currently not accepting registrations

PHE-MB - The Physical and Health Educators of Manitoba

Location: Multiple locations, check session location

Time: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Registration Deadline: October 22, 2025 at 7:00 pm or when event is full.

- Conference and Membership Fees -
PHE-MB Conference Fee ............................................... $110 until Oct 9 / .. $120 as of Oct 10
PHE-MB Conference & Membership Fee .................... $100 until Oct 9 / .. $110 as of Oct 10
PHE-MB Student Conference Fee ................................ $40 until Oct 9 / .... $50 as of Oct 10
PHE-MB Student Conference & Membership Fee ..... $25 until Oct 9 / .... $30 as of Oct 10
PHE-MB Retired Conference Fee ................................. $60 until Oct 9 / .... $70 as of Oct 10
PHE-MB Retired Conference & Membership Fee ...... $25 until Oct 9 / .... $30 as of Oct 10
PHE-MB Full Membership Fee ...................................... $30
PHE-MB Student Membership Fee .............................. $20
PHE-MB Retired Membership Fee ............................... $20

Cancellation Policy: No cancellations. No refunds.

If you require any additional information about this conference, please contact phemb@sportmanitoba.ca.

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Sessions - 9:00 AM-9:45 AM

FULL - 00-Keynote: Place, Purpose, and Possibility: Elevating Physical Education Through Alternative Environments

This talk challenges educators to reconsider where, why, and what learning occurs during a physical education program. By breaking free from the constraints of traditional gymnasium-based activities, new possibilities emerge for meaningful, inclusive, and context-rich physical education. Drawing on current research and practice-based evidence, the session highlights how natural and built alternative environments can enhance student experiences, support diverse learner needs, and inspire innovative pedagogies. Attendees will reflect on conventional practices, the evolving purpose of physical education, and explore practical strategies for enriching its delivery. A hopeful vision will be shared for engaging students through dynamic, relevant, and equitable experiences that extend beyond the gym and promote lifelong physical literacy.

Presenter: Dr. Nathan Hall

Dr. Nathan Hall is an Associate Professor of Physical Education at Brock University in St. Catharines, Ontario. His teaching and research are centered around physical literacy, physical activity, and physical education pedagogy. Specifically, Dr. Hall is highly interested in the content delivered in physical education programs and the benefits of introducing children to a wide variety of activities that can promote physical health and well-being across the lifespan. Consequently, a central focus of his present research and teaching is the incorporation of alternative environment activities (AEAs) in physical education programs. Nathan is presently the Chief Editor for the Physical and Health Education (PHE) Canada associated academic journal (Revue phénEPS / PHEnex Journal) and is a Past Chair for the PHE Canada Research Council. He is also a board member for the National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education (NAKHE), a former winner of the Early Career Scholar Award for the international physical education association (AIESEP) and was closely engaged with both PHE Manitoba and MPESA from 2010-2020 while working at the University of Winnipeg.

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - 00V-Keynote: Place, Purpose, and Possibility: Elevating Physical Education Through Alternative Environments

Sessions - 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

FULL - A01: Fast, Fun, Flowy Singletrack: Experience Mountain Biking at Manitoba’s Premier Cycling Destination

Mountain biking promotes lifelong physical activity for students. This session at Northgate Trails, just south of Dauphin, features a presentation by the trail’s architect on its vision and development. Participants will explore Northgate’s world-class singletrack and engage in discussions on starting or expanding school-based mountain biking programs. Topics may include equipment, transportation, skill development, licensing, competitive events, or other relevant considerations. This hands-on experience is ideal for educators interested in bringing mountain biking into their schools.

**Bikes not provided. Helmets required. Lunch Provided. Session begins at the trail hub at 10:00am.**

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Northgate Trails

FULL - A02: Pickleball 2.0

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in North America and is experiencing growing popularity in Asia, Mexico and Australia. It has recently been accepted as a sport for funding with Sport Canada. It encompasses all the tenets of a great game: it is relatively easy to learn, but takes practice and time to gain proficiency. Recently the First Annual High School Pickleball Manitoba Championships were held, with 98 high school athletes participating from 9 schools, 5 of which were rural schools. The game’s accessibility, ease of learning and engaging rallies makes it an ideal activity for physical education classes and school based clubs. As students progress in understanding of the game and their skills develop, the game fosters both team building and strategic thinking in an inclusive and social environment.

This session will encompass many aspects of the introduction of the sport of Pickleball to students. Attendees will learn how to teach progressions of the sport to students of various ages with age appropriate drills and games. Rules will be discussed as well as equipment needed, and ideas for teachers to source equipment for schools, as well as opportunities to receive training for teachers/students provided in school by Pickleball Manitoba. Scoring and court positioning, game strategies and tournament formats as well as referees roles will be presented to attendees with the opportunity for teachers to participate in all aspects of the game for a deeper understanding of Pickleball. A set of paddles and net will be provided for a lucky school as a draw prize.

Pickleball Manitoba is the provincial organization responsible for the promotion of the sport in the province of Manitoba. One of the strategic arms of the organization is to promote the sport to youth, and we are so pleased to be able to present this wonderful game to Manitoba Physical Health Educators.

Presenter:

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: West Kildonan Collegiate, 101 Ridgecrest Avenue. Winnipeg, MB

FULL - A03-A: Wilderland - Outdoor Leadership & Risk Management Workshop & Certification Course

Outdoor leadership & risk management training you won’t want to miss!
Whether you lead students on an urban field trip, local park or a wilderness experience, there are fundamental skills that all educators need in order to plan, facilitate, and lead safe and rewarding group outdoor events. Facilitated by the experienced instructors at Wilderland Adventure Co., and anchored in the Outdoor Council of Canada’s Field Leader training framework, this tangible and hands on event provides you 2 options:

FRIDAY ONLY 1 day workshop - Introduces and hands on experience through the framework of Event Planning, Assessing & Managing Risks, Group Management, and time spent outdoors in peer-led trail leadership. Maximum 12 people.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY 2 day certification course - Expansion into more detailed outdoor leadership, Scope of Practice, and participant focused outdoor leadership. Includes a one year membership to the OCC and certification as a verified Field Leader with the OCC. Certification cost is $150 +GST (lowest price of the year…regular $250). Maximum 12 people. If you want to participate in the Saturday as well, contact Matt Peters at info@wilderland.ca.

Friday sessions from 9:00am to 3:30pm is located at Camp Manitou, near Headingly where all sessions will be facilitated onsite. There will be a Market Hall (local resources for outdoor programs & training), group meals to network with other educators, snacks, and prizes for all attendees able to win (Jets tickets, class events, outdoor gear, and swag!!). A detailed event email will be sent to all registered participants prior to the event which includes event details, packing lists, course paperwork, etc.

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Camp Manitou

FULL - A03-B: Wilderland - Canoeing Leadership & Risk Management Workshop & Certification Course

Whether you lead students on a local waterway or a wilderness camping experience, there are fundamental skills that all educators need in order to plan, facilitate, and lead safe and rewarding group canoeing events.

Facilitated by the experienced instructors at Wilderland Adventure Co., and anchored in the Outdoor Council of Canada’s Field Leader AND Paddle Canada canoe skills frameworks, this tangible and hands on event provides you 2 options:

FRIDAY ONLY 1 day workshop - Introduces and hands on experience through the framework of Event Planning, Assessing & Managing Risks, Group Management, and time spent outdoors in peer-led trail leadership. Maximum 12 people.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY 2 day DOUBLE certification course - Expansion into more detailed outdoor leadership, Scope of Practice, and participant focused paddling outdoor leadership. Includes Field Leaders (paddling & hiking) certification and a one year membership to the OCC as well as Paddle Canada Intro Canoeing Skills certification. Certification cost is $250 +GST (lowest price of the year…regular $450). Maximum 12 people. If you want to participate in the Saturday as well, contact Matt Peters at info@wilderland.ca

Friday sessions from 9:00am to 3:30pm is located at Camp Manitou, near Headingly where all sessions will be facilitated onsite. There will be a Market Hall (local resources for outdoor programs & training), group meals to network with other educators, snacks, and prizes for all attendees able to win (Jets tickets, class events, outdoor gear, and swag!!). A detailed event email will be sent to all registered participants prior to the event which includes event details, packing lists, course paperwork, etc.

Presenter:

Suitable for: All Educators

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FULL - A03-C: Wilderland - Land Based Learning

A new addition to the Camp Manitou programming for schools and organizations, developed by our Training Centre is our Land Based Learning. Archery, Fire Building, Bannock Making, Shelter Building, Orienteering, Survival Skills, Snow shoeing, Quinzhee Building, Nature Walk, Canoeing and Traditional Indigenous Games. This program includes an educational as well as recreational focus. We welcome organizations and schools to also add other components to the learning by bringing an elder with your group to do teachings, sharing circles, sweats and any other desired programming. The SAGE Day workshop will be a sampling of some of the different activities offered. Come ready for a day of fun and learning.

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Camp Manitou

FULL - A03-D: Wilderland - Wilderness First Aid

Are you looking to get a feel for what a 20-hour (Remote First Aid), 40-hour (Wilderness First Aid) or 80-hour (Wilderness First Responder) course may be like. Spend a day with us to learn about Risk Management, Leave No Trace Principles and participate in Wilderness First Aid Scenarios with mock injuries. If you are wanting to walk away with a Wilderness First Aid certificate, sign up for an additional 12 hours during the following 2 days to complete the 20-hour course, with the option to add the final 20-hours on another date to make it the 40-hour Wilderness First Aid.

For more information or questions, email Audrey Hicks at ahicks@tnse.com

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Camp Manitou

Sessions - 10:00 AM-10:45 AM

FULL - AM01: Building Bridges: Teamwork in Action

"Building Bridges: Teamwork in Action" is all about strengthening collaboration and communication through engaging, hands-on activities that challenge teams to work together toward a common goal. This session focuses on building trust, enhancing problem-solving skills, and fostering a sense of unity within your group. With dynamic teamwork exercises that encourage creative thinking and cooperation, participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of how effective teamwork can overcome obstacles and achieve success. Prepare to break down barriers, build lasting connections, and take your team’s collaboration to the next level!

Presenter: Andy Tupy, Gopher Sport

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM02: Youth Programming for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

Educational session on incorporating Special Olympics programming into curriculum, and instruction on how to get involved in programming offered by Special Olympics Manitoba during the school day.

Presenter: Alexis Wollbaum, Special Olympics

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM03: Applying the Cooperative Learning Model in Dance Instruction

During this session, participants will be introduced to Dyson and Casey's cooperative learning model and explore how it can be applied to enhance dance instruction

Presenter: Brenton Button, University of Winnipeg

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM04: Mobility Matters

If you want to move better and help your students do the same, this 'Mobility Matters' session is for you. You will learn about the factors that impact mobility and then acquire skills and knowledge to help create positive change in this area.
Improved mobility leads to improved: skill development, athletic performance, and quality of life. Learning to improve it is a game-changer - across the board!

Presenter: Jethro Bartelings, Winnipeg School Division

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM05: Empowering Educators: Building Awareness, Prevention Strategies, and Effective Response to Sexual Violence and Intimate Partner Violence in Schools

This session equips high school physical education and health teachers with the knowledge and tools to address sexual violence and intimate partner violence (teen dating violence) in schools. Focusing on prevention, awareness, and effective response, educators will learn how to create safe, supportive environments, recognize warning signs, and integrate trauma-informed strategies into their curriculum and conversations. Participants will leave with practical approaches to fostering a safer school community and empowering students to protect themselves and others as well as make informed decisions about how to care best for themselves after experiences of violence.

Presenter: Drea Pollard

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM06: Intro to Cornhole

Looking for a fun, accessible activity that engages students of all abilities? This session will show you how cornhole can foster inclusion, built confidence, and create a positive, social environment in your phys ed program. We explore easy ways to adapt the game for all learners, promote teamwork, and most importantly, have fun! Plus, learn how this backyard favourite is making waves competitively, with scholarship opportunities now available at colleges across the US.

Presenter: Jeff Munday, Manitoba Cornhole Association

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM07: Understanding Consent: Tools for Educators

This session offers a clear and approachable introduction to what consent is, what it isn’t and why it matters in every aspect of our lives.

Together, we’ll explore the fundamentals of consent, challenge common misconceptions, and learn how to respond when issues arise. You’ll leave with practical strategies for starting age-appropriate conversations and supportive resources for your classroom or school community.

While consent is often framed within the context of sexuality education, this workshop highlights how it’s actually a foundation for all teaching and learning, supporting student autonomy, fostering mutual respect, and building a culture of trust.

Presenter: Samara Lupryda, Sexuality Education Resource Centre

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM08: Free Youth Vaping Prevention Program

Free youth vaping prevention and cessation program for grades 5-12.

Presenter: Hailey Coleman, Manitoba Lung Association

Suitable for: Middle Years, Senior Years

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM09: Multicultural Dance

This active dance session will take you through a variety of multicultural dances from India, Africa, Argentina, Mexico, Ukraine and several other countries. The dances presented are easy to learn and can be used with all school age students.

Cette séance de danse active vous fera découvrir une variété de danses multiculturelles de l'Inde, de l'Afrique, de l'Argentine, du Mexique, de l'Ukraine et de plusieurs autres pays. Les danses présentées sont faciles à apprendre et peuvent être utilisées avec tous les élèves d'âge scolaire.

Presenter: Rupal Malik

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - V-AM02: Youth Programming for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

Sessions - 11:00 AM-11:45 AM

FULL - AM10: Smarter PE: Using AI to Save Time, Align with Curriculum, and Enhance your Teaching

Discover how AI can be your secret weapon in Physical Education! This practical, hands-on session will show you how to leverage AI tools to save valuable time on planning, streamline documentation for curriculum accountability, and elevate your teaching practice. You'll walk away with ready-to-use strategies, simple AI-powered tools, and real-world examples tailored for PE teachers. Whether you're tech-savvy or just curious, this session will equip you with AI tricks and suggestions to make your PE classes more efficient, engaging, and aligned with curriculum expectations.

Key Takeaways:
- Save time with AI-assisted lesson planning and resource creation.
- Stay accountable to the curriculum with AI-generated documentation tools.
- Learn simple AI tools to enhance reflection, feedback, and assessment.
- Discover time-saving hacks and teaching practice improvements using AI.

Presenter: Tanner Owens, Winnipeg School Division

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM11: Seasonal Games

Join us for an exciting session where we dive into Movement Skills Manitoba’s newest document: Seasonal Games. This comprehensive guide features over 100 pages of creative, fun, and engaging games tailored to each season. In this session, you'll explore a variety of seasonal games that can be easily integrated into your programs, helping to keep participants engaged and moving, no matter the weather. Don’t miss the opportunity to revitalize your approach to physical activity and discover how seasonal games can bring energy and creativity to your program!

Presenter: Movement Skills Manitoba

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM12: Talking about Gym Class with Disabled Youth

What's it like to be a disabled teen in physical education class? Kirby will host a panel discussion with disabled youth. Adapting physical education class for older students. Let's talk about it.

Presenter: Kirby Cote and Disability Community Members, Accessible Sport Connection Manitoba

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM13: Omnikin Sports: Igniting Teamwork and Inclusivity

Get ready for an electrifying experience with Omnikin, where fast-paced action meets inclusivity and teamwork! This session is dedicated to fostering camaraderie, good sportsmanship, and an active lifestyle among kids.

Discover the joy of introducing accessible and enjoyable sports to children, instilling confidence and a love for physical activity. From Fassen Ball to Poison Ball to Ultimate Rugby, there's a game tailored for every participant, ensuring everyone can join in while emphasizing fairness and cooperation.

Presenter: Paola Zambito, Kin-Ball Canada

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM14: WinCourt Challenge 3x3 Hard Court Volleyball

WinCourt Challenge 3x3 Volleyball is an old game with a new twist. It consists of teams of 3 playing on half a regulation sized volleyball (or badminton) court with a few rule tweaks to make the game completely accessible and inclusive, while integrating technology to allow for a number of different platforms for the kids to play as teams and individuals with endless opportunities to connect and compete with other players located just about anywhere in the world.

Presenters: Douglas McKay and Joe Buccini

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM15: Baseball5

Teachers in attendance will participate in a Baseball5 workout, which will include a Baseball-Specific warmup, drills, and a short game at the end. Following the presentation, teachers who are interested in the program will receive a FREE Baseball5 Kit (Set of Bases, Two Balls, and a Rules Sheet) along with access to online resources such as lesson plans, drills, etc. Description - Baseball5 is a simplified version of baseball, with an emphasis on inclusiveness. It is a fast paced team sport where individual skills and hand-eye coordination are highlighted. Teams are made up of 5-8 players each, splitting into offense and defense. Most normal Baseball rules apply, with the biggest change being the offensive player starts with the ball and uses their hand to hit, instead of off a pitcher. The sport requires little equipment - only a rubber ball, and can be played anywhere. Recommended ages: Grades 3 and up (including adults). More information can be found here - https://www.baseball.ca/baseball5.

Presenter: James Zamko

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM16: Sport Manitoba’s Safe Sport Champions Leadership Program

This session is meant to educate Manitoba high school teachers on Sport Manitoba's new Safe Sport Champions Leadership Program - a program designed to provide Manitoba high school students (who attend the MHSAA Safe Sport Champions workshop program) with opportunities to implement safe sport initiatives within their own schools.

Presenter: Brent Poplawski, Sport Manitoba

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM17: Track and Field Technical Sessions + Program Planning

Participants will engage in track and field specific technical sessions of running, jumping, throwing, and para athletics* (if there is a demand) - and will review program planning at the school level; and how to implement a successful track and field program in their schools.

Presenter: Julia Loparco, Athletics Manitoba

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - AM18: Everyday Advocacy: Navigating Identity, Discrimination, and Student Empowerment

Everyday Advocacy: Navigating Identity, Discrimination, and Student Empowerment
In today’s classrooms, students are navigating a world shaped by complex identities and layered forms of discrimination—from racism and sexism to ableism and body-based bias. This 45-minute session will equip educators with tools to help students recognize stereotypes, respond to moments of discrimination, and develop safe, age-appropriate strategies to advocate for themselves and others. Rooted in equity and social-emotional learning, the session will explore how tone, body language, and situational awareness play a role in building assertiveness and allyship. Educators will leave with practical language, real-life scenarios, and confidence to support students in developing the self-awareness and agency needed to stand up for themselves—and each other.

Presenter: Dene Guillas

Suitable for: All Educators

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - V-AM10: Smarter PE: Using AI to Save Time, Align with Curriculum, and Enhance your Teaching

Sessions - 12:30 PM-1:15 PM

FULL - PM20: Mental Health Resiliency

Examine the relationship between movement experiences and mental well-being. Consider choices about lifestyles and life plans (e.g. geographical location, income, relationship status, accessibility). Mental health resiliency strategies will be identified and utilized.

Presenter: Rahma Shahin (Canadian Mental Health Association of Winnipeg)

Suitable for: SY

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - PM21: Teaching Health through Movement: How PE Shapes Well-being for Life

Teaching Health through Movement: How PE Shapes Well-being for Life
This session explores strategies for health and physical educators to teach about the connection between physical education (PE) and physical, mental, and social well-being across the lifespan. By focusing on the developmental benefits of PE, educators can highlight how meaningful movement experiences contribute to lifelong health behaviors. Participants will explore how to incorporate evidence-based content into health and PE curricula that emphasize physical literacy, emotional regulation, and social connection through movement. The session will cover key concepts such as the relationship between physical activity and mental health, the role of motor competence in building self-esteem, and the long-term impact of PE on preventing chronic diseases. Attendees will leave with practical strategies for integrating PE-related health topics into lessons. Through discussion of interactive activities and real-world examples, participants will enhance their understanding of how to emphasize the lifelong benefits of PE and equip students with the knowledge to make lasting, health-conscious choices. This session will provide educators with tools to foster a deeper understanding of PE’s role in promoting holistic well-being and health promoting behaviours across the lifespan.

Presenter: Dr. Nathan Hall, Brock University

Suitable for: SY

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - PM22: Environmental and Community Connections

Examine ways all people, the community, and the land are connected and interdependent. Affirm connection to place through storytelling and its impact on health and well-being.

Presenter: Aaron Leafk, Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre

Suitable for: EY

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - PM23: Human Growth and Development

Link the changes that occur during puberty to increased physical, emotional, and social needs (e.g. metabolism, energy, rest). Discuss how to maintain a balanced diversity of activities to support the well-being of all body systems.

Presenter: Evelynn Buehlmann, Women’s Health Clinic

Suitable for: MY

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - V-PM23: Human Growth and Development

Sessions - 1:30 PM-2:15 PM

FULL - PM24: Game-Based Approach (formerly TGfU)

Come and explore a practical example of a senior year PE class that demonstrates the connection of Game-Base Approach (GBA) to meaningful PE, positive movement experiences and the new curriculum. The focus will be to practice different movement skills applying GBA principles to solve movement challenges in creating positive movement experiences.

Presenter: Shelley Harms, University of Manitoba

Suitable for: SY

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - PM25: Innovative Intramural Ideas to Boost Engagement

Get ready to reimagine your intramurals! This high-energy, hands-on session is designed for PE teachers who want to create a dynamic, inclusive intramural program. Through a blend of traditional favorites and creative, non-traditional activities, we'll explore how to design physical activity-based programming that promotes participation and movement for all abilities and interests.

This session will spark your imagination and give you the tools to build a program where every student feels empowered to participate, play, and grow. We'll dive into strategies for adapting games, encouraging student participation across all intramural experiences.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your current offerings, come ready with an open mind, and leave with practical ideas you can implement right away. Let’s make intramurals the highlight of your school’s day!

Key Takeaways:
· How to design inclusive, student-centered intramurals that support physical literacy.
· Creative activity ideas that blend traditional and non-traditional games.
· Adaptation techniques to ensure all students can participate meaningfully.
· Strategies to boost engagement, fun, and a sense of belonging for every student.

Presenter: JJ Ross, St. James-Assiniboia School Division

Suitable for: SY

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - PM26: First Nation Games and Land Connection

Participate in a variety of Metis, Inuit, and First Nations games that promote movement acquisition and cultural awareness. Connect how Metis, Inuit, and First Nations beliefs direct and guide relationships between self and the land and environment through the lens of movement.

Presenter: Allison Curtaz, Spirit North

Suitable for: EY, MY

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - PM27: Exploring Universal Design in Middle Years Physical Education

Exploring Universal Design in Middle Years Physical Education
Express how inclusion strategies in personal and group activities create collective well-being. Participate in activities that promote inclusion.

Presenters: Alysen Gysel, Caelan Thomson, Danielle Thomson, Jeffrey Klassen, Jessica Maxwell, Joe Fontaine, Maggie Macdonald, Mitchell Law, Nicole Teixeira; Winnipeg School Division

Suitable for: EY, MY

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - PM28: Creative Movement

In this active and engaging session, participants will explore how rhythm supports the development of movement patterns through creative dance, interactive games, and simple equipment-based tasks. Participants will rotate through engaging stations designed to build coordination, timing, and body awareness. All activities are designed to be practical and easily transferable to physical education settings, offering ready-to-use ideas for building rhythmic and movement skills.

Presenter: Movement Skills Manitoba Committee

Suitable for: EY, MY

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - V-PM28: Creative Movement

Sessions - 2:30 PM-3:15 PM

FULL - PM29: Game-Based Approach (formerly TGfU)

FULL - PM30: Innovative Intramural Ideas to Boost Engagement

Get ready to reimagine your intramurals! This high-energy, hands-on session is designed for PE teachers who want to create a dynamic, inclusive intramural program. Through a blend of traditional favorites and creative, non-traditional activities, we'll explore how to design physical activity-based programming that promotes participation and movement for all abilities and interests. This session will spark your imagination and give you the tools to build a program where every student feels empowered to participate, play, and grow. We'll dive into strategies for adapting games, encouraging student participation across all intramural experiences. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your current offerings, come ready with an open mind, and leave with practical ideas you can implement right away. Let’s make intramurals the highlight of your school’s day!

Key Takeaways:
· How to design inclusive, student-centered intramurals that support physical literacy.
· Creative activity ideas that blend traditional and non-traditional games.
· Adaptation techniques to ensure all students can participate meaningfully.
· Strategies to boost engagement, fun, and a sense of belonging for every student.

Presenter: JJ Ross, St. James-Assiniboia School Division

Suitable for: SY

Location: Manitoba Museum, 190 Rupert Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - PM31: First Nation Games and Land Connection

Participate in a variety of Metis, Inuit, and First Nations games that promote movement acquisition and cultural awareness. Connect how Metis, Inuit, and First Nations beliefs direct and guide relationships between self and the land and environment through the lens of movement.

Presenter: Allison Curtaz, Spirit North

Suitable for: EY

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - PM32: Exploring Universal Design in Middle Years Physical Education

Express how inclusion strategies in personal and group activities create collective well-being. Participate in activities that promote inclusion.

Presenters: Alysen Gysel, Caelan Thomson, Danielle Thomson, Jeffrey Klassen, Jessica Maxwell, Joe Fontaine, Maggie Macdonald, Mitchell Law, Nicole Teixeira (Winnipeg School Division)

Suitable for: MY

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

FULL - PM33: Creative Movement

FULL - V-PM30: Innovative Intramural Ideas to Boost Engagement

Get ready to reimagine your intramurals! This high-energy, hands-on session is designed for PE teachers who want to create a dynamic, inclusive intramural program. Through a blend of traditional favorites and creative, non-traditional activities, we'll explore how to design physical activity-based programming that promotes participation and movement for all abilities and interests. This session will spark your imagination and give you the tools to build a program where every student feels empowered to participate, play, and grow. We'll dive into strategies for adapting games, encouraging student participation across all intramural experiences. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your current offerings, come ready with an open mind, and leave with practical ideas you can implement right away. Let’s make intramurals the highlight of your school’s day!

Key Takeaways:
· How to design inclusive, student-centered intramurals that support physical literacy.
· Creative activity ideas that blend traditional and non-traditional games.
· Adaptation techniques to ensure all students can participate meaningfully.
· Strategies to boost engagement, fun, and a sense of belonging for every student.

Presenter: JJ Ross, St. James-Assiniboia School Division

Suitable for: SY

Location: Virtual