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Johann Bernard Basedow
He was the first to understand physical education's importance which. He created uniforms so his students could have unrestricted movement. -
Bernard Basedow
In 1779 Basedow founded the Philanthropinium, a school for boys that was guided by naturalism. -
Franz Natchegall
played a significant role in shaping physical education programs in Denmark Germany. Is regarded as the father of Danish Physical Education. -
Beginning development of physical training
Friedrich Jahn was known as the father of gymnastics and began working outdoors with his students playing games. He developed the system of physical training because of Germany's involvement in the Napoleonic wars in hopes of creating a strong and fearless youth who could help to defend Germany. -
Friedrich Ludwig Jahn
Developed the Turnverien movement, which was associated with gymnastics. -
Denmark's Bill of 1814
This created mandatory physical education for the first time.
This led to more legislation about physical education such as in 1866 when California was the first state to pass laws on physical education. -
Hartford seminary for girls with American Style Calisthenics is founded
This was the first place created specifically for physical education.
This started the idea of a school with physical education to other places. -
Charles Beck
Started the first school gymnastics program. Also organized exercise classes. -
Edward Hitchcock
Was the first president of the Association for the Advancement of Physical Education. -
Dudley Sargent
He founded Forerunner to Sargent College for Physical education. Was also appointed director of the new Hemenway Gymnasium at Harvard University. -
Baron Nils Posse
He was a leader in the promotion of Swedish system of gymnastics. He came to Boston in 1855 and started teaching Gymnastics. -
James Naismith invents Basketball
Showed that physical education was being looked at in a creative way. This allowed for more recreational sports to be introduced. -
In Athens, Greece the first Modern Olympics is held
introduced more competition in individual and team sports because athletes wanted to win gold at the olympics. This created a more worldwide connection through physical education and provided entertainment through physical activities. -
Luther Gulick
He played a significant role in the development of YMCA's. He also created the logo. -
Delphine Hanna
Was the first woman to become a full time professor in the field of Physical Education in the United States. -
Playground Association of America
The playground association was started to provide activities outdoors to kids in communties. This promoted active play and recreation within communities. -
International Federation of Sports Medicine
This was started to assist athletes in training and medical care while spreading sports medicine practice to other countries. This organization provided research into the latest medical advancements for athletes. -
Charles McCloy
Was active in research and measurement. He also advocated "education of the physical". He also published a book called "What is modern P.E". -
PEPEP (Physical Education for Progress Act) bill is approved by congress
Created to improve physical education classes. Provided funds and equipment for students participating in physical education classes.
This program authorized federal government to help the costs of initiating physical education. -
Healthy People 2010
Helps individuals make informed decisions about their health and encouraged communities to collaborate about informing Americans about healthy choices. Also increased the public's awareness about disease, health, and disability. -
Reference
Wuest,D.A., & Fisette J.L. (2015) Foundations of Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport
The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica. (October 11, 2018). Friedrich Ludwig Jahn. Encyclopædia Britannica. retrieved from https://www.britannica.com/biography/Friedrich-Ludwig-Jahn