Toolkit of PE Teachers: Basic

Prof.Divyadeep is a highly accomplished Physical Education (PE) practitioner with over 14 years of dedicated experience in the field. A graduate from Delhi University with a Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Management, Divyadeep has an impressive background in both the practical and academic aspects of physical education. As a former national-level competition hockey player and a certified yoga instructor, Divyadeep brings a wealth of practical sports expertise to his teaching and training roles. His career as a PE teacher has been marked by his leadership as a Curriculum Leader and his significant contributions as a PE Trainer. He has successfully conducted over 40 training sessions, reaching and mentoring more than 400 trainers across the country. Divyadeep has had the privilege of working with four of the top PE organizations in India. His collaborative efforts extend internationally, having worked in projects/ trading sessions involving esteemed organizations such as SPARK and Joy of Moving . These collaborations have focused on co-creating customized activities, developing effective class management strategies, and designing interdisciplinary PE activities that align with both the National Education Policy (NEP) of India and international PE standards. Known for his innovative approach and commitment to excellence, Divyadeep is dedicated to advancing physical education through tailored training programs and strategic curriculum development. His work ensures that PE professionals are equipped with the latest methodologies and best practices to foster a holistic and inclusive physical education environment.

Prof. Azad started his professional career in Sports Education with EduSports in the year 2010 and currently he is the Head of Vocational Education for SportzVillage. During his decade long experience, he played an important role in some of the pioneering work done in the field of Sports Education in India. The Sports Talent Mapping based on the Skill Acquisition statistics is among one of his pioneering works which is used in identifying sports talent in more than 7 Lakhs students across India by SportzVillage. He also contributed immensely in developing the National Occupational Standards for various Sports and Fitness Job Roles used as a reference for all skill development initiatives of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE). As of now Azad has developed more than 17 job roles covering Sports Coaching, Fitness, Aquatic and Self-defence sub-sectors. Azad continues to help review training content and study materials developed by govt. bodies like PSS Central Institute of Vocational Education and NCERT. An alumnus of Naval Tata Centre of Excellence in Sports Management, Kolkata he did his Post Graduate in Sports Management. During his playing days as a professional footballer, he played for the likes of Mohun Bagan AC. Besides, he is a certified grade 5 Western classical guitarist from Trinity College of Music, London.