Lesson 4 - Hopping, Jumping & Leaping
Movement Skills Exploration
•Year 1
•Athletics
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How can we use different types of jumps to travel the furthest distance?
Learning Objectives
- To explore and practise hopping, jumping and leaping movements
- To understand how different jumps can be used for different distances
- To develop control and coordination in take-off and landing
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate controlled hopping, jumping and leaping movements
- Students will be able to choose appropriate jump types for different distances
- Students will show improvement in landing technique and body control
Equipment & Resources Required
Distributed around teaching area, some in lines for distance jumping
Alternative: Bean bags, markers, spots
Used to mark starting positions for jumping lines
Alternative: Different coloured markers
Key Vocabulary
Jumping from one foot and landing on the same foot
Taking off from two feet and landing on two feet
Taking off from one foot and landing on the other foot
The moment when you push off from the ground to jump
When your feet touch the ground after jumping
How far you can travel when jumping
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic running and stopping skills
- Simple two-footed jumping on the spot
- Following simple movement instructions
Current Skills
- Controlled hopping on one foot
- Two-footed jumping for distance
- Leaping from one foot to the other
- Safe landing with bent knees
Next Steps
- Jumping for height and distance combined
- More complex jumping sequences
- Introduction to athletics field events
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Always land with bent knees to absorb impact safely
- Use arms to help with balance and power in jumping
- Take time to prepare and check landing area before jumping
- Each jump type has different characteristics: hopping uses same foot, jumping uses both feet, leaping changes feet
- Focus on control and technique rather than just distance
- Encourage experimentation and problem-solving in jump selection
- Celebrate effort and improvement over competition with others
Common Misconceptions
- Thinking all jumps are the same - explain clear differences between hop, jump and leap
- Believing jumping harder always means jumping further - emphasise technique over force
- Assuming one jump type is always best - help understand different jumps work for different purposes
- Landing with straight legs is acceptable - always emphasise bent knee landings for safety
- Arms don't matter in jumping - demonstrate how arm swing helps with distance and balance
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity bursts with more frequent changes, clear and simple instructions, regular positive feedback and movement breaks
dyspraxia
- Additional practice time, break down movements into smaller steps, provide physical guidance and support for balance
autism spectrum
- Clear structure with visual schedule, defined boundaries, quiet space available if overwhelmed, consistent routines
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured cones, provide verbal descriptions of all demonstrations, buddy system for guidance and safety
hearing impairment
- Use clear visual demonstrations, written or picture cards showing jump types, hand signals for instructions
physical disability
- Modify jumping to stepping or reaching movements, use seated position for upper body movements, adapted equipment heights
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Counting jumps during stream crossing, comparing numbers of different jump types, measuring and estimating distances
Science
Understanding forces in jumping - push and pull, gravity affecting landing, body mechanics and movement
Geography
Directional movement across space, understanding of distance and measurement, spatial awareness concepts
PSHE
Building confidence through achievement, cooperation with partners, resilience when facing challenges, celebrating others' successes
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Stand at edge of activity area for clear view of all students, move around during practice to provide individual feedback
Observation Focus
Watch for bent knees on landing, appropriate take-off technique for each jump type, safe spacing and controlled movement
Intervention Points
Step in immediately if unsafe jumping technique observed, provide additional support for students struggling with balance or coordination
Demonstration Notes
Use exaggerated movements to show differences between jump types, emphasise key technique points through clear visual demonstration, model positive encouragement and growth mindset
Verbal Cues
- •'Bend those knees like sitting in a chair!'
- •'Two feet together for jumping!'
- •'Stay on the same foot for hopping!'
- •'Change feet for leaping!'
- •'Swing your arms forward to help!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 15m x 20m clear space for safe jumping practice and movement
Surface Check
Dry, even surface free from obstacles, suitable for landing from jumps
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Cones checked for cracks or sharp edges
- •Equipment positioned with adequate space around each item
- •Green marker cones clearly visible and appropriately placed
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions during movement activities
- •Poor landing technique leading to injury
- •Fatigue affecting coordination and control
- •Students attempting jumps beyond their ability
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear boundaries and spacing established before activities
- •Emphasis on controlled, safe technique throughout
- •Progressive skill building from simple to more complex
- •Regular reminders about checking landing areas
- •Monitoring for fatigue and providing rest as needed
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for maximum visibility of all students during jumping
- •Move around area to provide individual guidance and safety reminders
- •Monitor spacing and safe movement during circuit activities
Emergency Procedures
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess and provide appropriate first aid, ensure other students remain in safe area