Movement Mastery
•Year 3
•Athletics
•Check all javelins are in good condition with no sharp edges
Alternative: Pool noodles, lightweight throwing sticks
Ensure balls are evenly distributed between teams
Alternative: Bean bags, tennis balls
Use different colours to clearly mark zones and boundaries
Alternative: Spots, bean bags as markers
For measuring distances and setting up throwing lines
Alternative: Pre-marked distance lines
A light spear designed to be thrown as far as possible in athletics
A throwing technique where the arm is pulled through past the head to generate power
Moving body weight from the back foot to the front foot during the throw
The ability to hit a specific target or land in a designated area
How far the javelin travels through the air before landing
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Measuring distances, angles of release, calculating improvements, data collection and recording
Forces in throwing (push/pull), trajectory and gravity, muscle groups used in throwing
Countries where javelin is popular, Olympic venues, mapping distances achieved
Ancient Olympic Games, javelin as hunting tool, warrior training in different cultures
Stand to side of throwing area with clear view of all students and throwing direction
Watch for correct grip, stance, and safe throwing technique; note tactical improvements in games
Step in immediately for unsafe throwing, poor technique affecting safety, or game rule violations
Demonstrate: Always show perfect technique from multiple angles, use slow motion for complex movements, emphasise safety throughout
Minimum 20m x 15m clear throwing area with additional 10m safety zone beyond
Indoor hall with non-slip surface, outdoor grass area if weather permits
Immediate stop signal, check for injuries, appropriate first aid, incident reporting as required
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