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PFT Modules, Videos, and Training

Modules, videos, and training related to the administration of the California Physical Fitness Test (PFT).

Coordinator Videos

Overview Video External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 8:37)
Video designed to familiarize the PFT Coordinators with essential PFT requirements. External link opens in new window or tab.

Test Administration External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 17:43)
Video designed to prepare the PFT Coordinators for the Test Administration Process.

Administration Videos

PFT Videos that comply with the California Code of Regulations are provided for all thirteen of the FITNESSGRAM® tests, as described in the current FITNESSGRAM® Test Administration Manual.

Prior to watching these videos, PFT Coordinators and physical education teachers should read the Reference Guide and test protocols described in the FITNESSGRAM® Test Administration Manual, as the manual provides additional information not reflected in these videos.

PACER External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 6:06)
One-Mile Run External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 4:09)
Walk Test External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 3:48)
Skinfold Measurements External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 3:53)
Body Mass Index Video External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 2:58)
Bioelectric Impedance Analyzer External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 3:43)
Curl-Up External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 4:56)
Trunk Lift External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 3:38)
Push-Up External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 3:31)
Modified Pull-Up External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 3:15)
Flexed-Arm Hang External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 3:21)
Back-Saver Sit and Reach External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 4:43)
Shoulder Stretch External link opens in new window or tab. (Video; 3:29)

Questions:   Proficiency, Equivalency, and Fitness Testing Office | PFT@cde.ca.gov | 916-445-2766
Last Reviewed: Wednesday, August 27, 2025
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