Lesson 2 - Jumping in Games and Sports
Progressive Jumping Skills and Creative Movement Combinations
•Year 2
•Fundamental Movement Skills
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How can we use jumping skills to succeed in games while staying safe?
Learning Objectives
- To consolidate knowledge of how, where and why we jump in games
- To apply jumping techniques in different game situations
- To understand the consequences of jumping into objects or opponents
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate controlled jumping with correct technique
- Students will show understanding of spatial awareness during jumping activities
- Students will apply jumping skills strategically in game situations
Equipment & Resources Required
Scattered randomly across playing area as 'rocks' or 'traps'
Alternative: Hoops, flat markers, bean bags
To identify defenders (sharks/mud monsters)
Alternative: Different coloured bands, stickers
Mark clear start and finish areas for river crossing
Alternative: Natural boundaries, painted lines
Key Vocabulary
Jumping with both feet leaving and landing at the same time
Moving arms backwards then forwards to help with jumping power
Landing with knees bent to absorb the impact safely
Understanding where you are in relation to others and objects
Players whose job is to stop the attacking team
Players whose job is to get past the defending team
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic jumping on the spot with two feet
- Understanding of personal space
- Simple game rules following
Current Skills
- Jumping with direction changes
- Jumping to avoid obstacles and opponents
- Strategic thinking in jumping games
Next Steps
- More complex jumping patterns
- Jumping with equipment
- Advanced tactical awareness in invasion games
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Two-footed takeoff and landing is essential for safety and effectiveness
- Arm swing significantly improves jumping power and balance
- Bent knees on landing absorb impact and prevent injury
- Planning and spatial awareness are crucial for successful navigation
- Teamwork and cooperation enhance the game experience for everyone
- Understanding consequences in games helps develop tactical thinking
- Good technique becomes more important under pressure from opponents
Common Misconceptions
- Bigger jumps are always better - actually, controlled appropriate jumps are more effective
- Speed is more important than technique - technique should never be sacrificed for speed
- Individual success matters most - in games, team success often requires helping others
- Rules don't matter if you don't get caught - honesty and fair play are essential life skills
- Jumping is just natural movement - good jumping technique needs to be taught and practiced
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity bursts, clear visual boundaries, regular movement breaks, simple rule reminders
dyspraxia
- Larger landing targets, simplified movement patterns, extra practice time, breaking skills into smaller steps
autism spectrum
- Clear visual schedule of activities, consistent routines, quiet zones available, pre-warning of activity changes
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured markers, verbal descriptions of layout, buddy system for guidance, tactile boundaries
hearing impairment
- Visual demonstrations of all instructions, hand signals for start/stop, written rule cards, clear visual cues
physical disability
- Seated jumping alternatives, modified targets at appropriate heights, wheelchair-accessible paths, peer support
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Counting jumps, measuring distances, understanding direction and position, problem-solving with routes
Science
Understanding forces in jumping, how muscles work, heart rate changes during exercise, balance and gravity
Geography
Using directional language, spatial awareness, mapping movement paths around obstacles
PSHE
Teamwork and cooperation, helping others, showing resilience when facing challenges, being honest about rules
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move around the outside of activity areas to maintain full visibility of all students
Observation Focus
Prioritise jumping technique, spatial awareness, and safe interactions between students
Intervention Points
Step in when technique deteriorates, students become unsafe, or rules are not being followed
Demonstration Notes
Use slow-motion demonstrations for technique, show both correct and incorrect examples for comparison, involve students in demonstrations where appropriate
Verbal Cues
- •'Two feet together!'
- •'Use those arms!'
- •'Soft landing!'
- •'Find your space!'
- •'Help your teammate!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 15m x 20m clear space, suitable for jumping activities
Surface Check
Even, non-slip surface free from hazards, suitable for landing activities
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check all markers are flat and stable
- •Ensure bibs/tags are secure and visible
- •Remove any damaged or inappropriate equipment
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between students during jumping activities
- •Falls from poor landing technique
- •Overexertion from continuous jumping
- •Contact during tagging activities
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear boundaries and personal space awareness
- •Emphasis on controlled technique over speed
- •Regular breaks and heart rate monitoring
- •Gentle tagging rules and demonstration
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for visibility of all jumping areas
- •Monitor landing technique continuously
- •Watch for signs of fatigue or overexertion
- •Ensure fair play and appropriate contact
Emergency Procedures
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess need for first aid, contact school procedures as required