Physical Education in schools

[Valentian Elysium]

Here's a debate about school - PE, physical education classes.
Do you think PE lessons should be held in school (including middle and high school)? Why or why not? Be sure to respond below!

I think it should be mandatory up till around grade 8, and then be made voluntary. It's important for kids to get some exercise. Those who want to play some sports, can, those who don't, don't.

[Control]

I think PE should be compulsory because it's very important to develop good exercise habits but this is also very predicated on PE being better and actually teaching kids good ways to figure out good fitness for themselves instead of being like "everyone run a mile and if you are slow, you suck". If it's PE like I grew up with, make it optional all the time.

[Free Las Pinas]

Yeah, I agree with the assessment that it should be obligatory until a certain grade. While I dislike the subject, I do think that finding hobbies that require physical exertion is beneficial overall.

[Dokansia]

Promotes fitness and very fun with mates. Class vs Class dodgeball in grade 5 is one of my fave early childhood memories.

[Flying Eagles]

Yeah, make PE required to teach good habits I’d say

[Jabberwocky]

Compulsory. There are far too many fat lazy kids.