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      Movement: can you throw with accuracy whilst on the move?

      Lesson details

      Learning outcome

      I can throw with coordination and accuracy from both hands in a variety of ways.

      Key learning points

      1. Move: using a variety of techniques will meet the challenge of throwing over different distances.
      2. Think: following safety procedures will help reduce the risk of injury or damage to equipment/surroundings.
      3. Feel: regulating your emotions when trying to master more complex combinations helps with resilience.
      4. Connect: offering support and ideas to others can lead to positive experiences for all.

      Keywords

      • Coordination - using different parts of the body together smoothly and with control

      • Target - a specific area or spot that you aim to hit

      • Accuracy - how close your action comes to hitting the intended target

      Common misconception

      Throwing something with more force will make it more accurate.

      Increased force usually reduces accuracy unless the technique is correct (stance, grip, arm swing and follow through).

      Equipment

      A ball (or rolled up paper) to throw and targets to aim at (e.g. plastic cups, shoe boxes, pans or bags), access to a safe space, ideally outside.

      Content guidance

      Risk assessment required - physical activity

      Supervision

      Adult supervision required

      Licence

      This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2026), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0
      except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions
      (Collection 2).

      Lesson video

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      Prior knowledge starter quiz

      4 Questions

      Q1.
      What is a 'transition' in a gymnastics or yoga sequence?

      a special type of warm up exercise
      the moment you fall out of a balance
      balancing upside down on your shoulders
      Correct answer: the movement that connects one pose or balance to another

      Q2.
      If you are performing a 'stork balance' on your right leg and start to tip toward the right, what is the best immediate adjustment to regain stability?

      lock your right knee and hold your breath
      shift your weight further onto your right toes
      close your eyes to focus more on your internal muscles
      Correct answer: extend your left arm out to the left side

      Q3.
      When transitioning from a three point balance to a two point balance, why is 'dynamic proprioception' so important?

      Correct answer: it helps the brain track where your limbs are even while your body is moving
      it allows you to jump higher without using your arms
      it automatically makes your muscles stronger for the next pose
      it eliminates the need to engage your core muscles

      Q4.
      Which of these represents a 'patch' balance that would typically be more stable than a 'point' balance?

      a stork balance standing on one tiptoe
      Correct answer: a shoulder stand using your back and shoulders
      a crow pose with weight on your hands
      a tuck jump at the peak of the flight

      4 Questions

      Q1.
      Which throwing technique is generally most accurate for hitting a close range target?

      a two handed chest pass
      a backward toss
      overarm throw
      Correct answer: underarm throw

      Q2.
      What does it mean to be 'ambidextrous' in sports and movement?

      being able to throw a ball very long distances
      being able to run and throw at the same time
      only using your dominant hand for all tasks
      Correct answer: being able to use both your left and right hands equally well

      Q3.
      What is the recommended body position when preparing for an overarm throw?

      facing the target directly with both feet together
      lying on your back
      sitting down to keep a stable base
      Correct answer: standing sideways on to the target

      Q4.
      What is the best definition for coordination?

      changing direction at speed many times
      Correct answer: using different parts of the body together smoothly and with control
      applying a large force to an object
      responding quickly to a stimulus

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