The history of AAHPERD is important for understanding "who" we are and the chronology of events that brought us to this point in time. In its history, the Alliance has experienced many successes, many challenges, and a few disappointments. Some of these are chronicled in this article. A brief recounting of the past 25 years is given in anticipation of the celebration of AAHPERD's 125th anniversary at the 2010 National Convention and Exposition in Indianapolis, Indiana.