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real PE podcast episode 6: Motor competence crisis
Motor competence crisis: How modern life is affecting children's development
Episode Description: Join us as we speak with Johann Issartel, CEO of MoveAhead, who reveals alarming findings about children's motor development in the modern world.
Discover how 90% of children are now falling behind in basic movement skills, the impact of increased screen time and innovative solutions combining technology with physical activity to address this growing challenge.
Johann shares insights from his research and practical approaches to help educators and parents support children's motor development in today's digital age.
Podcast host:
Special guest
About the guest speaker and host
Johann Issartel, CEO and Co-founder, MoveAhead
MoveAhead is a company revolutionising how youth athletes develop and measure their motor skills. Using cutting-edge computer vision technology, MoveAhead enables objective movement assessment, enhances motor learning, and engages players through interactive video games and mobile apps; bridging the gap between digital play and real-world athletic development.
John Parsons, Director of Innovation, real PE
Following four years at Chelsea Football Club, John went on to do Joint Honours degree in History and Politics at Nottingham University. This was followed by a scholarship in the United States where he combined academia and sport by playing and coaching University football whilst gaining a M.Sc. in Primary Education. Following seven years in teaching and coaching, John went on to become Sports Coach UK’s London Regional Manager, their National Lead for Multi-skills and Fundamental Movement Skills and a FA Coach Educator. At Create, he has led nationally on developing products and solutions, including FUNS for everyone, Raising the Bar and the acclaimed real PE programme and has now taken on the role of Director of Innovation. As an outstanding Tutor and facilitator, John has contributed to the development of thousands of teachers and coaches.
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By real PEMotor competence crisis: How modern life is affecting children's development
Episode Description: Join us as we speak with Johann Issartel, CEO of MoveAhead, who reveals alarming findings about children's motor development in the modern world.
Discover how 90% of children are now falling behind in basic movement skills, the impact of increased screen time and innovative solutions combining technology with physical activity to address this growing challenge.
Johann shares insights from his research and practical approaches to help educators and parents support children's motor development in today's digital age.
Podcast host:
Special guest
About the guest speaker and host
Johann Issartel, CEO and Co-founder, MoveAhead
MoveAhead is a company revolutionising how youth athletes develop and measure their motor skills. Using cutting-edge computer vision technology, MoveAhead enables objective movement assessment, enhances motor learning, and engages players through interactive video games and mobile apps; bridging the gap between digital play and real-world athletic development.
John Parsons, Director of Innovation, real PE
Following four years at Chelsea Football Club, John went on to do Joint Honours degree in History and Politics at Nottingham University. This was followed by a scholarship in the United States where he combined academia and sport by playing and coaching University football whilst gaining a M.Sc. in Primary Education. Following seven years in teaching and coaching, John went on to become Sports Coach UK’s London Regional Manager, their National Lead for Multi-skills and Fundamental Movement Skills and a FA Coach Educator. At Create, he has led nationally on developing products and solutions, including FUNS for everyone, Raising the Bar and the acclaimed real PE programme and has now taken on the role of Director of Innovation. As an outstanding Tutor and facilitator, John has contributed to the development of thousands of teachers and coaches.