Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (JOPERD), an official publication of the Society of Health and Physical Educators , is a peer-reviewed, four-color, professional journal.

Continuously published since 1896, JOPERD serves as an authoritative, professional source for educators in physical education, sport, recreation, and dance in all settings.

It provides the information needed to assist students and clients in learning motor skills, improving fitness, and pursuing physical activity and sport participation safely and appropriately.

JOPERD features articles about teaching methods, curriculum, teacher preparation, professional issues, coaching, youth sports, fitness, recreation, and dance.

Regular departments offer teaching tips, analysis of lawsuits, technology updates, and viewpoints about the professions.

View Aims & Scope

---

Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2024	0.70

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	16875

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	188

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.293

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q3

h-index

Year	Value
2024	18

---

---

Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

---

Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Health Professions, Medicine and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

---

Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Strength Testing—Predicting a One-Rep Max from Reps-to-Fatigue

  Citation: 749

  Authors: Matt

• A Summary of Findings

  Citation: 131

  Authors: James G., Glen G.

• On the Problem of Motor Skill Development

  Citation: 108

  Authors: Jane E.

• Negative Experiences in Physical Education and Sport: How Much Do They Affect Physical Activity Participation Later in Life?

  Citation: 102

  Authors: Bradley J., Zi, Marita K.

• Teaching Games for Understanding: Evolution of a Model

  Citation: 99

  Authors: Peter, Rod, David

• A Summary of Findings

  Citation: 95

  Authors: James G., Russell R.

• The Use of Skinfold to Estimate Body Fatness on Children and Youth

  Citation: 91

  Authors: T. G.

• What is Sport Education and How Does it Work?

  Citation: 90

  Authors: Daryl

• Teachers as Role Models Teaching Character and Moral Virtues

  Citation: 79

  Authors: Angela

• Ten More Reasons for Quality Physical Education

  Citation: 63

  Authors: R.

---