As the traditional bipolar sex-role stereotypes are being reconsidered, psychometric instruments are being developed to assess the alternative sex-role models and to allow the new concepts to be operationalized. Androgyny is an increasingly accepted framework that departs from the traditional bipolar sex-role model. This study was conducted to: (1) cross-validate the Bem Sex-Role Inventory (BSRI) and the Jackson Personality Rating Form's Masculinity and Femininity Scales; (2) relate the androgyny concept to physical education; and (3) examine the self-esteem of active, female students. Seventy-eight students who were voluntarily enrolled in physical education courses at a large university filled out two instruments, the BSRI and the PRF. Based on the results, it was concluded that the BSRI seems to be a valid instrument for general physical education students. The distribution of individuals by sex-role self-definition categories did not depart from the norms. Student self-esteem scores were at least as high as the norms and appear to be linked with masculine characteristics. (Authors/JD)