Training in teams for personal bests in high jump
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can work independently for extended periods within a small team to improve my personal best in high jump.
Key learning points
- Move: coordinating an upward arm action with a driving knee and an arched back will maximise the height achieved.
- Think: constant risk assessment of the landing area and progressions of technique are essential to preventing injury.
- Feel: providing honest feedback to team mates will help improve their performance and build trust in relationships.
- Connect: providing encouragement before an attempt is made will build confidence.
Keywords
Focus - concentrating fully on your training and goals, blocking out distractions to improve your skills and performance
Fosbury flop - a backward, arched high jump technique invented by Dick Fosbury
Safety mat - the cushioned surface where the athlete lands to absorb impact and reduce the risk of injury
Common misconception
If you get off the mat before the bar falls it will still count as a successful jump.
If the bar falls then the jump does not count, even if the jumper has left the mat. Every attempt should be made to clear the bar rather than rushing the landing and clearing the mat quickly.
Teacher tip
Pupils will work through all the progressions at a different pace. Some pupils may prefer to stop at their preferred progression, or the technique that gives them the most success.
Equipment
assorted coloured cones from flat cones to 23 cm in height; high jump landing module; high jump stands and bar
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which direction does long jump challenge someone to jump in?
Q2.What are athletic jumping events measured in?
Q3.Which important piece of equipment is used to assess a legal long jump?
Q4.Which is an aerobic activity?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which direction does high jump challenge someone to jump in?
Q2.How is the ‘Fosbury Flop’ high jump technique performed?
Q3.What should your approach side be if you prefer to take off from your right foot?
Q4.What areas require focus in the long jump?
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