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Lesson 2 - Developing Jumping Technique

Foundation Jumping Skills and Body Awareness

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Year 1

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Fundamental Movement Skills

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45 min

Big Question

How can we use our head, arms and legs together to jump like champions?

Learning Objectives

To develop understanding of efficient jumping technique using head, arms and feet
To apply correct jumping technique in competitive activities
To understand when jumping skills are needed in sport and games

Key Outcomes

Students will demonstrate improved jumping technique with coordinated arm swing
Students will jump safely with proper landing technique
Students will apply jumping skills in competitive game situations

Equipment & Resources Required

Cones

30-40

Various distances for jumping targets and boundaries

Alternative: Bean bags, markers, chalk lines

Sun Markers

10-15

For pairs to record jumping competition scores

Alternative: Paper and pencils, mental scoring

Key Vocabulary

Jumping

Using both feet to push off the ground and land safely

Landing

Coming down safely on both feet with bent knees

Arm swing

Moving arms backwards then forwards to help jump further

Technique

The correct way to perform a skill for best results

Distance

How far we can jump from start to landing point

Skill Progression Pathway

Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going

Prior Learning

Basic two-footed jumping on the spot
Understanding of personal space
Following simple instructions in PE

Current Skills

Coordinated jumping with arm swing
Safe landing with bent knees
Jumping for distance and speed

Next Steps

Jumping with change of direction
One-footed jumping and hopping
Jumping in combination sequences

Milestone Indicators

Arms swing backwards then forwards during jump

Knees bend to absorb landing impact

Eyes remain focused forward throughout jump

Key Teaching Points

Coordinate head, arms and legs together for effective jumping technique
Maintain safety through proper landing with bent knees
Use arm swing to generate power and distance in jumping
Apply technique consistently under competitive pressure
Provide positive, specific feedback to support peer learning
Connect jumping skills to real sport and game applications
Celebrate individual progress and effort over comparative achievement

Common Misconceptions

Jumping higher automatically means jumping further - emphasise forward technique
Arms don't matter for jumping - demonstrate power difference with/without arm swing
Hard landings show power - teach that soft landings demonstrate control and prevent injury
Speed is more important than technique - show how good technique creates both distance and speed
Only athletic students can jump well - emphasise that technique can be learned and improved by everyone

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Frequent activity changes, clear boundaries marked, regular movement breaks, specific roles in partner work

dyspraxia

Larger target areas, simplified technique breakdown, additional practice time, kinesthetic learning approaches with physical guidance

autism spectrum

Clear routine structure, visual schedule of activities, quiet space available, consistent verbal cues and demonstrations

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured cones, verbal description of distances, tactile markers for starting positions, buddy system for spatial awareness

hearing impairment

Clear visual demonstrations, hand signals for start/stop, written instructions on whiteboard, visual cues for technique points

physical disability

Seated jumping on bench or chair, modified distances, upper body movements mimicking jumping action, adapted scoring system

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Speaking and listening during partner feedback, vocabulary development with technical terms

Maths

Counting points, measuring distances, adding scores, understanding greater than/less than with jump distances

Science

Forces and motion in jumping, muscles and movement, cause and effect of technique on performance

PSHE

Taking turns, encouraging others, dealing with competition, personal achievement and goal setting

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Central location with clear view of all activity areas, mobile between groups during practice

Observation Focus

Technique application, safe landing patterns, peer interaction quality

Intervention Points

Step in for unsafe technique, support struggling students, enhance positive interactions

Demonstration Notes

Use exaggerated movements for clarity, show both correct and incorrect technique for comparison, involve confident students as examples

Verbal Cues

•'Head up, arms back, swing forward!'
•'Soft landing like a cat!'
•'Two feet to two feet!'
•'Arms swing for power!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Minimum 20m x 15m clear space for jumping activities

Surface Check

Dry, even surface free from hazards, suitable for repeated jumping

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Cones positioned securely and checked for stability
•Adequate spacing between jumping lanes
•Whiteboards and pens safely stored when not in use

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions between students during jumping
•Hard landings causing injury
•Trips over equipment

Risk Mitigation

•Clear personal space boundaries established
•Emphasis on controlled, soft landings
•Progressive skill building from simple to complex
•Constant supervision during competitive activities

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for maximum visibility of all jumping lanes
•Monitor landing technique closely
•Watch for fatigue affecting technique

Emergency Procedures

Stop activity immediately, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid, contact school procedures if needed