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Lesson 6 - Jumping Level 1 Competition

Progressive Jumping Skills and Creative Movement Combinations

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Year 2

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Fundamental Movement Skills

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45 min

Big Question

How can we use our jumping skills to compete fairly and improve together?

Learning Objectives

Apply jumping techniques in competitive situations
Demonstrate hop, step and jump combinations accurately
Compete fairly whilst showing good sportsmanship

Key Outcomes

Students will successfully perform jumping competitions using proper technique
Students will demonstrate understanding of when jumping skills are used in sport
Students will show positive attitudes during competition and support teammates

Equipment & Resources Required

Cones

15-20

5-10 cones per distance competition, spaced 30cm apart

Alternative: Markers, beanbags, spot discs

Whiteboards

4-6 mini boards

One per competition station for score recording

Alternative: Clipboards with paper, score sheets

Sun Markers

Ensure all markers work before lesson begins

Alternative: Pencils for paper scoring

Team bibs

8 sets of different colours

Organise into 8 teams of 3-4 students each

Alternative: House team badges, coloured bands

Key Vocabulary

Hop

Jumping and landing on the same foot

Step

Moving from one foot to the other foot

Jump

Taking off on one foot and landing on both feet

Competition

A contest where teams or individuals try to win fairly

Technique

The correct way to perform a skill

Sportsmanship

Being fair, respectful and encouraging in competition

Skill Progression Pathway

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

Prior Learning

Basic two-footed jumping on the spot
Simple hopping on one foot
Understanding of taking turns
Basic arm swing for jumping

Current Skills

Hop, step and jump combination
Jumping for distance with technique
Competitive jumping under pressure
Score keeping and fair play

Next Steps

More complex jumping combinations
Jumping with directional changes
Advanced competition formats
Leadership roles in team competitions

Milestone Indicators

Consistent technique during competition pressure

Natural progression from hop to step to jump

Positive competitive behaviour throughout

Ability to self-assess and improve technique

Key Teaching Points

Emphasise hop-step-jump sequence consistency throughout all competitive pressure
Balance competitive excitement with focus on proper technique and form
Model and actively encourage positive sportsmanship and team support
Connect jumping skills to real-world sporting applications and contexts
Celebrate effort, improvement and good behaviour as much as winning
Ensure fair competition through clear rules and consistent scoring
Use competition as motivation for technique refinement, not just speed/distance

Common Misconceptions

Thinking that jumping faster means better technique - explain that good technique creates both speed and distance
Believing only the winning team performed well - emphasise that all teams showing good technique and sportsmanship are successful
Assuming jumping is just about leg strength - demonstrate how whole body coordination and timing are essential
Thinking competition means being unfriendly to other teams - model how to compete fairly while supporting everyone
Believing that falling or struggling means failure - reframe as learning opportunities and normal parts of skill development

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter competition rounds, frequent positive feedback, clear physical boundaries, movement breaks between activities

dyspraxia

Extra practice time, simplified sequences, larger target areas, buddy support for coordination

autism spectrum

Clear visual schedule of competition order, quiet zones available, predictable routines, advance warning of changes

visual impairment

Use bright coloured cones, verbal descriptions of scoring, buddy system for guidance, tactile markers for start positions

hearing impairment

Visual demonstrations of all techniques, hand signals for start/stop, written score sheets, clear visual boundaries

physical disability

Modified jumping sequences, seated throwing alternatives, adapted distances, wheelchair-accessible versions

Cross-Curricular Links

Maths

Counting scores, measuring distances with cones, calculating team totals, understanding number sequences

Science

Forces and motion in jumping, gravity effects during flight phase, energy transfer from muscles to movement

Geography

Directions and spatial awareness during movement, mapping out competition areas and team positions

PSHE

Teamwork and cooperation, managing emotions during competition, showing respect for others, building resilience

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Central position with clear sight lines to all competition areas and ability to move between stations quickly

Observation Focus

Monitor technique consistency, competitive behaviour, team cooperation, and individual confidence levels

Intervention Points

Step in if rules are being broken, technique is becoming unsafe, or negative competitive behaviour emerges

Demonstration Notes

Use slow-motion demonstrations for technique, real-time for competition format, and exaggerated movements for key points

Verbal Cues

•'Hop on one, step to the other, jump on both!'
•'Technique first, speed second!'
•'Cheer for good jumping, not just your team!'
•'Bend those knees when you land!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Large hall or outdoor space minimum 20m x 15m for multiple competition stations

Surface Check

Non-slip, even surface free from holes or obstacles that could cause falls

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Check all cones are stable and not cracked
•Ensure markers are clearly visible and trip-free
•Verify whiteboards and pens are secure

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions between teams during competitions
•Falls during jumping sequences
•Overexertion during competitive activities
•Emotional distress from competition pressure

Risk Mitigation

•Clear boundaries between team areas established
•Proper warm-up to prepare muscles and joints
•Progressive skill building before competition
•Emphasis on sportsmanship and effort over winning

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position to observe all competition areas simultaneously
•Monitor emotional responses to competitive pressure
•Watch for fatigue and overexertion signs

Emergency Procedures

Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess severity, provide appropriate first aid, contact parents/medical help if needed