The physical education program at Bladensburg High School offers the students various classes that provide of a variety of activities that stress knowledge, competence, fitness, cooperation, and lifetime involvement in the benefits of being an active participant in sports and recreational endeavors.

Physical Education provides educational experiences through movement activities. The general setting allows the development of social-emotional, psychomotor and cognitive skills as the students interact and have fun. The concept of fun is essential because the objective is to teach students to desire fitness as a lifelong goal. In today's world of technology, it is important to understand the value of movement in our day to day lives.

Some of the benefits of a good physical education experience are:

• Improved body composition
• Improved mood
• Improved brain power
• High self esteem
• Weight regulation
• Understanding sportsmanship
• Developing interpersonal skills
• Stress relief
• Reduce the risk of illness and disease
• Discover opportunities for recreational experiences