Mr. Dara - Phys. Ed.

I would like this year to be much different for these students than any year they have experienced Physical Education. Not only combining the fun and enjoyment of physical activity and games, but also allowing the students to be creative while building the mental side of their game. I have the unique experience of having Pre-K through 8th Grade which means I will have the opportunity to impact every student that enters Long Beach Catholic this year. 

I began my career in schools as an assistant for a varsity basketball team. It only makes sense to end up here as a Phys Ed teacher and coach. Here is one of my favorite quotes that embodies the exact type of coach and teacher I would like to be for your children this year: 
 

"I am a transformational coach who has the postion, power, and platform to make a postive difference in the lives of my players. I coach to help boys become men and girls become women of empathy and integrity who will lead, be responsible, and change the world for good. I allow for accountability and take responsibility for my actions." - Joe Ehrmann  

I look forward to getting to know more of you as the school year goes on. If there are any questions please feel free to email me at mdara5601@lbcrs.org 

Athletes Prayer 

God let me play well but fairly

Help me to learn something that matters once the game is over

Let competition make me strong but never hostile

Always let me help my opponent up

Never catch me rejoicing in the adversity of others

If I know victory allow me to be happy

If I am denied keep me from envy

Remind me that sports are just games

If through athletics I set an example

Let it be a good one

Amen

Grades 4-8
September- Welcome Back Activities
October- Soccer 
Novermber- Soccer/Football 
December- Football
January- Hockey 
Feburary- Hockey/Basketball 
March-Basketball
April-Kickball
May-Various Activities

Throughout the year there will be various actvities played which will work on the neccessary skills for students in grades 4-8 

Grades K-3
This year students we will be playing various actvities that will work to develop the locomotor, manipulative and nonmanipulative skills of the student. 

Here are some fun fitness activities to try at home!
Fortnite Dance Workout
Star Wars Sith Workout
Star Wars Jedi Workout
Avengers Workout

Halloween themed dance alongs!

Ghostbusters 
Boom Chicka Boom Halloween 
Monster Moves
This is Halloween
Halloween Workout 
Bones Bones Bones

Thanksgiving themed dance alongs!
Gobble Gobble Turkey Wobble 
Turkey Dance Freeze 
The Pumpkin Pie Song
Thanksgiving Freeze Dance
Turkey Dance 
Turkey Fitness and Yoga 

Christmas Themed Dance Alongs 
Yes! I want to build a Snowman
Brrrrrrrrrr
The ELF Workout
Let it Snow
Santas Clones Crazy Christmas
Cookie Boogie
Boom Chicka Boom Christmas