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- Year 8
Speed and agility
In this lesson, we will be developing your speed and agility skills. You will be improving your ability to change direction at speed whilst focusing on good control and balance. You will have the opportunity to create your own speed challenges.
- Year 8
Speed and agility
In this lesson, we will be developing your speed and agility skills. You will be improving your ability to change direction at speed whilst focusing on good control and balance. You will have the opportunity to create your own speed challenges.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Pupils will learn to develop their agility and speed.
- Pupils will learn to jump accurately with agility and speed, whilst having a controlled body.
- Pupils will learn to develop tactical awareness.
- Pupils will learn to focus on and develop appropriate technique.
Equipment
Ties, pieces of string or rolled up towels, timer.
Content guidance
- Physical activity required.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended