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Discus Rolling for Index Finger Release

A progressive seated activity where students roll discus along the ground to develop proper index finger release technique and discus spin before progressing to standing throws

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About This Activity

A progressive seated activity where students roll discus along the ground to develop proper index finger release technique and discus spin before progressing to standing throws

Quick Info

low
24
15m x 10m minimum for class of 24 (pairs in rolling lanes)

Equipment Required

Discus (age-appropriate weight)

1 per pair (12 for class of 24)

Cones or line markers

20-30 to create rolling lanes

Measuring tapes (5-10m)

1 per pair (12 for class of 24)

Data recording sheets and pencils

1 per student (24)

Discus

As needed

Cones

As needed

Measuring Tapes

As needed

Pencils

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7

Suitable Sports

Athletics

Activity Tags

Teaching Focus

Guided Discovery
Skill Progression

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Throwing
Body Control
Coordination

Features

Progressive
Engaging
Challenging

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Values

Discipline
Cooperation
Respect

Weather

All Weather

Intensity

Low Intensity