NextGen Phys Ed

Modernizing Physical Education for the Next Generation

We help schools and youth organizations build stronger, more capable, more confident students through practical, results-driven physical education.

The Problem

Physical Education isn’t failing, but falling behind.

Students are active, but not always capable. Schools are doing their best, but often lack the structure, tools, and support to deliver consistent outcomes.

The Result?

A generation that’s taken Phys Ed classes for years but isn’t fully prepared for real-world physical demands.

What We Do

NextGen Phys Ed is a Physical Education Audit and Modernization service. We assess your current program, identify areas of improvement, and implement practical upgrades that improve outcomes immediately and sustainably.

We don’t just make recommendations; we design, build, and deliver the solution!

Why It Matters

We focus on one question: are students becoming more capable?

Our approach develops strength, coordination, resilience, and real-world movement skills; preparing students for sports, life, and future service.

Let’s Build a Strong Program Together!

Email ryan@nextgenphysed.org to get started!

Why NextGen PhysEd Exists

NextGen PhysEd was built from years of working directly with kids, athletes, and adults, and seeing the same pattern over and over again.

People were active… but not always capable.

Kids could play games, but struggled with basic movement skills.
Athletes trained hard, but lacked coordination and control.
Young adults entered the world without the physical confidence to take on challenges.

At the same time, schools and organizations were doing their best with the time, space, and resources they had.

The gap wasn’t effort.
The gap was structure, intention, and modern application.

NextGen PhysEd was created to close that gap.

Our Philosophy

We believe physical education should:

• Build real, usable physical skills
• Develop confidence through challenge
• Prepare students for real-world demands
• Be measurable, progressive, and intentional
• Support both physical and mental resilience

We believe movement is a skill—and it should be taught that way.

From Audit to Implementation

We provide a complete, end-to-end solution for physical education improvement.

That means:

• Evaluating what currently exists
• Designing smarter, more effective systems
• Upgrading equipment and environments
• Training staff and educators
• Delivering a program that is sustainable long-term

We don’t just consult—we build, implement, and support.

Founded by a Coach and Practitioner

NextGen PhysEd was founded by Ryan McGowan, a coach, business owner, and physical education advocate based in Rhode Island.

Through years of working with youth and adults in both structured and real-world environments, Ryan developed a system focused on practical movement, strength, and capability.

His work blends:
• Natural movement training (MovNat certified)
• Strength and conditioning
• Obstacle and Ninja-based training
• Real-world physical preparedness

The goal has always been the same:
Help people become more capable in the environments they actually live in.

Looking Ahead

NextGen PhysEd is more than a service—it’s a long-term initiative to reshape how physical education is delivered.

We are working toward:
• Stronger alignment with military, police, and firefighter readiness standards
• Internship pathways for future PE teachers
• Scalable programs that can be implemented nationwide

Because the future demands more from our kids—and we believe physical education should rise to meet it.