We have received a number of inquiries from students in elementary, middle, and high school who are interested in learning about what it takes to become a PE teacher. We hope the following information, presented in a question and answer format, is helpful to those interested in becoming K-12 Health and Physical Education teachers. We wish all of you luck and thanks for your interest in this terrific profession. Typically you need to complete a degree in Health and Physical Education at a 4 year college or University.
Classes vary from school to school.
See below for a few colleges and universities that may offer undergraduate PE Programs. Lots of experience and knowledge about how to perform and teach different physical activities such as rock climbing, rollerblading, tennis, cooperative activities, golf, running, ultimate Frisbee, basketball, fitness, aerobics, dance, gymnastics, etc. The university you attend should help you learn and teach many of these activities so don't worry if you don't know how to do all of these now. Coaching experience helps also. Also, it is important that you have experience with being around and teaching youngsters.