Supporting others to successfully triple jump
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can support someone to perform the correct triple jump combination.
Key learning points
- Move: driving the arms up during takeoff generates upward momentum and helps to maximise performance.
- Move: to improve overall distance, each phase of the triple jump should be roughly equal distance covered.
- Think: repeatedly generating high levels of force in your legs will help to develop more powerful muscles.
- Feel: having the courage to provide honest feedback about a performance can enable improvements to be made.
- Connect: speaking clearly is important when giving feedback to enable athletes to understand what is being said.
Keywords
Fluency - perform the sequence of jumps in a coordinated and seamless manner without breaks or disruptions
Momentum - the combination of speed and direction taking the athlete forward
Feedback - information provided to an individual about their performance
Common misconception
Pupils often struggle with combining the different phases of the triple jump in the correct sequence.
Build up to the full performance gradually, without an approach to begin with and gradually introducing one at walking pace and then jogging pace. Have a partner coach the performer to check their coordination and technique to quickly correct errors.
Teacher tip
It is not recommended that under 15 pupils (Year 9 or below) perform competitive triple jump due to the impact on pupil's joints. This lesson focuses on teaching the coordination and technique gradually without pushing pupils to maximal performance and only uses an approach at jogging speed.
Equipment
stack of multi coloured cones
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What should feedback include as well as an area for improvement?
Q2.What is the name of the long jump phase before take-off?
Q3.What type of feedback could be demoralising if given constantly?
Q4.Why might a foul jump be called in long jump?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which sequence of jumps is the only one allowed in triple jump?
Q2.How can self-talk help us in triple jump?
Q3.What does fluency mean in a triple jump performance?
Q4.What is the best approach when giving feedback to improve performance?
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