Jumping combinations: hop, step, jump
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can link the hop, step and jump together to try and jump as far as possible.
Key learning points
- Move: using the correct technique for the hop, step and jump will enable us to jump further.
- Move: linking jumps in combination requires control and fluency between each jump.
- Think: linking the hop, step and jump together requires a lot of concentration to be able to jump as far as possible.
- Feel: striving to improve our technique when combining the hop, step and jump to jump further shows self-belief.
- Connect: supporting our partner and providing them with feedback promotes respect and fairness.
Keywords
Hop - to continuously jump on one foot at the same time
Step - to take off on one foot and land on the other foot
Fluency - continuous smooth movement where one action flows to the next
Common misconception
Pupils may find it difficult to understand that this combination of three elements creates one jump that can be measured from the start of the hop, to the end of the jump.
When we combine elements into a hop, step, jump combination we can benefit from the power and momentum that builds up. By increasing the distance travelled in each element, we increase the overall distance covered in the jump combination.
Teacher tip
This lesson intentionally avoids practices where pupils score points within an allocated time period. This is to avoid pupils rushing through the jump combination to score more points. Rather than accumulating points, pupils increase the distance between cones to recognise their improved technique.
Equipment
30+ cones
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which of these skills is a type of jump?
Q2.Which feet are involved in the landing when performing a hop?
Q3.What will driving your arms forward help you to achieve?
Q4.Which of these words describes a soft landing with hips and shoulders in line?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which of these elements needs a controlled landing?
Q2.Which of these elements lands with 2 feet together?
Q3.Which of these elements changes feet from take off to landing?
Q4.When we have self-belief in our abilities, which of these elements can be improved to achieve a greater distance?
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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