Movement: can you jump in different ways using the appropriate technique?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can apply the best technique for jumping in different ways.
Key learning points
- Move: swinging the arms in time with the intended direction of travel increases momentum and distance achieved.
- Think: analysing your performance enables refinement of technique to help improve performance.
- Feel: committing to perfect foot placement on every take off and landing demonstrates resilience.
- Connect: encouraging yourself and/or others shows a commitment to improvement.
Keywords
Technique - the correct way of performing a movement or skill
Momentum - the force that keeps you moving once you've started
Resilience - the ability to keep going and recover quickly when things are difficult or don't go as planned
Common misconception
Focus on pushing off from the ground with maximum force for height or distance and prioritising speed of execution.
The most critical skill for precision, confidence and long term athletic health is the ability to efficiently absorb and redirect force upon landing. A powerful jump with a weak or uncontrolled landing risks injury.
Equipment
A safe space to jump in multiple directions, a pair of tracksuit bottoms or leggings to mark out a small hoop on the floor to jump into.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which one of these does not use 1 foot to take off from or land on?
Q2.When learning a new skill, which is the best way to build your confidence?
Q3.What do you need to demonstrate if you want to get better at something?
Q4.What happens if you perform preparatory swings with your arms before jumping forwards?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What word describes the force that keeps you moving once you have started?
Q2.What is it called when our muscles and joints send a message to our brain to inform it about our body position?
Q3.What does commitment to perfect foot placement on every take off and landing require most?
Q4.What is the best way when working solo to get help with analysing your performance?
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