Report on the Next-Generation Physical Education Symposium: 'Thinking About the Future of PE'

On March 22, 2026, the 'Thinking About the Future of PE' symposium was held at the Osaka Kyoiku University Tennoji Campus. Hosted by Professor Naoki Suzuki's laboratory at Tokyo Gakugei University, the event gathered approximately 100 participants, including elementary, junior high, and high school teachers, researchers, and corporate representatives. The symposium shared the forefront of PE classes utilizing ICT, XR, and educational data, building on the results of the Sports Agency's 'FY2025 Reiwa-style School Physical Education Construction Support Project.' Discussions focused on redesigning learning in PE and creating classes that leave no one behind. Professor Suzuki emphasized that PE should be viewed as 'learning through physical activity' and 'the joy of moving,' rather than just skill acquisition. The event featured presentations from four schools using the AR sport 'HADO,' demonstrating how technology can create inclusive environments where skill gaps are not fixed and everyone can contribute. Schools like Kawanoe Elementary and Midorino Gakuen reported that AI and data visualization helped students engage in PDCA cycles and fostered inclusive participation regardless of physical ability or disability. The symposium concluded that the key is not the technology itself, but how teachers design learning to support students.