Movement Patterns Adventure
•Year 2
•Athletics
•Lay flat on ground in designated practice area
Alternative: Chalk lines, rope ladders, or cones placed 40cm apart
Tucked into shorts or worn around waist as 'tails'
Alternative: Short pieces of fabric, bandanas, or coloured scarves
Mark boundaries, sprint lanes, and slow-down zones
Alternative: Markers, spots, or chalk lines
For timing activities and rest periods
Alternative: Smartphone timer apps
Running as fast as you can over a short distance
Moving your feet rapidly and with control
The position and movement you use to begin a sprint
A force that works against movement to make it harder
The way you perform a skill or movement
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Describing movement patterns, explaining techniques to others, using specific vocabulary
Counting steps in ladder activities, measuring sprint distances, timing improvements
Understanding forces and motion in sprint starts, friction between feet and ground
Perseverance when learning new skills, supporting and encouraging others
Central position with clear sight lines to all activity areas, move between stations during practice
Watch for light, controlled foot movements and proper sprint mechanics
Step in when children struggle with rhythm or show unsafe movements
Use exaggerated movements to show clear contrast between correct and incorrect technique
Minimum 30m x 20m clear space with additional run-off areas for sprinting
Dry, even surface free from holes or debris, suitable for quick movements
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, and modify activities if needed
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