This unit introduces Year 3 students to comprehensive fitness training through a carefully structured journey that builds both physical capabilities and mental resilience. The focus is on developing foundational athletic qualities - stamina, flexibility, strength, power, and speed - while fostering a positive relationship with fitness through varied, engaging activities. Through mindful movement and progressive challenges, students learn to understand their bodies, embrace effort, and celebrate personal improvement.
This unit introduces Year 3 students to the fundamental components of fitness through exploration, self-discovery, and personal challenge. Rather than focusing on competition, the emphasis is on understanding what their bodies can achieve and developing a positive relationship with physical activity. Through progressive skill-building and baseline comparisons, students learn to appreciate their own improvement journey whilst building essential movement foundations that support all future PE learning.