What this Fix is for
The Launch Fix is a K–3 PE arrival warm-up for the minutes when students are entering the gym, spreading out and getting ready to move. Instead of waiting for a full verbal explanation, the screen starts with a simple travel movement, changes the move on a short timer and builds a visible Launch Meter toward the finish.
How it works in a real PE class
Choose the grade band, warm-up length, surprise-event frequency and sound setting. Students enter, join the loop and copy the current movement. Short surprise events briefly change the action, and teacher-choice moments let you choose the next movement without stopping the whole class for a new explanation.
Good arrival conditions
- Students can see the screen from the movement space.
- The travel direction is clear before the first student joins.
- Safe spacing matters more than speed.
- The end cue sends students directly to the PE meeting spot.
Why it is an arrival routine, not just a warm-up
The first few minutes of PE often disappear into waiting: shoes, late arrivals, equipment questions and repeated “start jogging” reminders. The Launch Fix gives early arrivals something clear to do while still allowing the teacher to greet students and solve setup issues.
When to simplify it
For Kindergarten or a crowded gym, choose the shorter duration and lower event frequency. If the room is already highly activated, use walking, marching and controlled locomotor patterns rather than turning the opening minute into a race.