For years, PE has been one of the few subjects that has remained relatively untouched by technology. While AI is transforming industries from healthcare to education, PE has largely been left behind. But that’s changing. The AI Revolution in PE is on its way. Forward-thinking schools are now using AI-driven tools to reduce workload, personalise PE for pupils, and make life easier for busy teachers.
And the best part? You don’t need a massive budget or complex systems—one of the most effective tools is ChatGPT, and it’s completely free to use. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you create tailored, high-quality PE lessons in seconds.
Step 1: Understanding the Power of AI for PE Planning
ChatGPT is a tool that can generate engaging, structured lesson plans with just a few simple inputs. Instead of spending hours searching for ideas or adapting generic plans, you can use AI to instantly create a detailed, personalised session that works for your pupils, space, and resources.
✅ Need an indoor lesson when it’s raining? AI can adapt your outdoor session for the hall.
✅ Teaching a mixed-ability group? AI can provide differentiation strategies.
✅ Short on time? AI generates plans in seconds, freeing you up to focus on delivery.
Step 2: Use This Ultimate AI Prompt to Generate a Full PE Lesson Plan
The key to getting a high-quality lesson plan from ChatGPT is asking the right question. The more detail you provide, the better the output. Here’s a ready-made, expert-level prompt you can copy and paste into ChatGPT:
The AI Revolution in PE: 📝 PE Lesson Plan Prompt:
“I am a UK primary school PE Coordinator planning a lesson for [year group]. I have [number] pupils, and our session will be in [location: sports hall, field, classroom, playground]. We have access to [list any equipment or say ‘no equipment’]. Our school focuses on [key priorities: physical literacy, teamwork, inclusion, fundamental movement skills].
I need a [length of session] lesson plan with:
- A clear warm-up related to the main activity
- A skill development section with progressions and adaptations
- A fun, engaging main game to reinforce learning
- Differentiation strategies for mixed abilities
- A cool-down and reflection prompt to finish the session
Keep the language simple and easy to follow for primary school teachers. Include a short explanation of WHY this session benefits the children’s physical and cognitive development. Make it structured but engaging.”
Step 3: Customise and Refine Your AI-Generated Lesson Plan
Once ChatGPT generates your lesson plan, you can fine-tune it by:
📌 Asking AI to adapt it for SEND pupils (e.g., “Can you suggest adjustments for children with coordination difficulties?”)
📌 Requesting alternative activities (e.g., “Can you give me a version of this game with no equipment?”)
📌 Making it even more engaging (e.g., “Can you add a theme to this, like superheroes or pirates, to make it more fun?”)
Step 4: Save and Build a Bank of AI-Powered Lesson Plans
Once you have a lesson plan you love, save it! Over time, you’ll build a PE lesson bank tailored to your school’s needs. You can also train ChatGPT to refine its responses by saying:
- “That was great! Next time, please keep the instructions even shorter.”
- “Can you suggest a plenary question to help pupils reflect on their learning?”
AI gets smarter the more you use it, making your PE planning faster, easier, and more effective.
Final Thought: AI Isn’t Replacing PE Teachers—It’s Empowering Them
The best PE teachers aren’t being replaced by AI—they’re using it to make their lives easier. With AI handling lesson planning and differentiation, PE staff can focus on what they do best: inspiring movement and confidence in every child.
🔥 Future Stars Coaching stays ahead of the curve, using AI to enhance lesson planning and engagement. Want to explore how we can help your school deliver smarter, high-impact PE sessions? Get in touch today.
