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Lesson 3 - Jumping and Body Awareness

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 does jumping change what happens inside our bodies?

Learning Objectives

To explore and apply different jumping techniques safely and with control
To understand how physical activity affects our heart and breathing
To develop spatial awareness and cooperation through jumping activities

Key Outcomes

Students will demonstrate various jumping techniques with correct form
Students will explain how their heart rate changes during exercise
Students will work cooperatively in groups and encourage others

Equipment & Resources Required

Cones

Used to mark station boundaries and jumping targets

Alternative: Markers, bean bags, or chalk circles

Rope

3-4 long ropes

Laid flat on ground for leaping over at station 6

Alternative: Lines of cones, masking tape lines

Mats

10 (optional)

Placed at landing areas for extra safety if available

Alternative: Carpet squares or designated soft areas

Stopwatch

For timing 60-second intervals at each station

Alternative: Classroom timer, phone timer, or counting method

Sun Markers

Visual reminders of activity at each station

Alternative: Hand-drawn signs or verbal instructions

Key Vocabulary

Heart rate

How fast your heart beats, which increases during exercise

Landing

The moment when your feet touch the ground after jumping

Take-off

The moment when you push off the ground to jump

Technique

The correct way to perform a movement or skill

Circuit

A series of different exercise stations that you rotate through

Skill Progression Pathway

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

Prior Learning

Basic understanding of personal space
Ability to follow simple instructions
Basic jumping movements from previous lessons

Current Skills

Different jumping techniques (star jumps, tuck jumps, frog jumps)
Understanding heart rate changes during exercise
Group cooperation and encouragement skills

Next Steps

Combining jumping with direction changes
Measuring and comparing jumping distances
Using jumping skills in simple games

Milestone Indicators

Consistent safe landing with bent knees

Ability to explain body changes during exercise

Positive interaction and encouragement of peers

Key Teaching Points

Always emphasise safe landing with bent knees to prevent injury
Connect physical activity to heart rate changes throughout lesson
Use the three elements of jumping (head, arms, legs) as consistent framework
Encourage cooperation and positive group dynamics during circuit
Monitor for signs of overexertion and provide rest as needed
Build confidence through progressive skill development
Celebrate effort and improvement rather than just ability

Common Misconceptions

Students may think louder landings show more effort - emphasise quiet, controlled landings
Some may believe jumping higher is always better - focus on technique over height
Students might think increased heart rate means something is wrong - explain it's healthy and normal
Some may not connect arm movements to jumping power - demonstrate the difference clearly
Students may think rest stations are for 'weak' people - emphasise importance of recovery for everyone

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Frequent activity changes built into circuit design, clear boundaries and expectations, movement breaks incorporated, positive reinforcement strategies

dyspraxia

Extra time for coordination development, simplified movement patterns initially, partner support system, focus on effort rather than perfect technique

autism spectrum

Clear visual schedule of circuit stations, consistent routine structure, quiet rest station available, advance warning of activity changes

visual impairment

Use bright coloured cones for station marking, verbal descriptions of all activities, buddy system for navigation, tactile markers for boundaries

hearing impairment

Clear visual demonstrations of all activities, hand signals for start/stop, written station cards, visual timer displays

physical disability

Modified jumping activities such as seated arm movements, wheelchair-accessible stations, alternative heart rate monitoring methods, adapted equipment heights

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Following instructions, vocabulary development, expressing preferences and explanations

Maths

Counting heartbeats, timing activities, measuring jumping distances, understanding sequences

Science

Learning about the human body, heart function, effects of exercise on body systems

PSHE

Health and wellbeing, cooperation skills, self-awareness, understanding body changes

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Central position during circuit with ability to see all stations, move between groups for individual support

Observation Focus

Watch for correct landing technique, heart rate understanding, group cooperation, and signs of fatigue

Intervention Points

Step in immediately for unsafe landing, provide technique coaching, support struggling students, manage group dynamics

Demonstration Notes

Always demonstrate jumping technique yourself, exaggerate key points for visibility, show heart rate checking method clearly

Verbal Cues

•'Soft landings with bendy knees!'
•'Feel that heartbeat getting stronger!'
•'Encourage your group members!'
•'Head up, arms swinging!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Minimum 15m x 20m clear area, ideally indoor hall or outdoor hard surface

Surface Check

Even, non-slip surface free from obstacles, adequate drainage if outdoors

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Cones have no sharp edges and are stable
•Ropes laid flat to prevent tripping
•Mats checked for tears or slippery surfaces
•Station boundaries clearly marked

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions between students during circuit
•Hard landings from jumping activities
•Trips and falls over equipment
•Overexertion leading to distress
•Heart rate concerns for students with medical conditions

Risk Mitigation

•Clear spacing between students and stations maintained
•Consistent reinforcement of bent-knee landing technique
•Equipment positioned safely with clear pathways
•Regular monitoring for signs of overexertion
•Pre-activity check for students with known medical conditions

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for maximum visibility of all stations during circuit
•Move between groups to monitor technique and safety
•Maintain clear sightlines to all activity areas
•Be prepared to stop activity immediately if needed

Emergency Procedures

STOP command immediately implemented, first aid readily available, clear access routes maintained, emergency contact information accessible