Lesson 6 - Standing Triple Jump Technique and Distance
Multi-Event Athletics: Power Development Through Throwing and Jumping
•Year 3
•Athletics
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How can we combine different types of jumps to achieve maximum distance and why is technique crucial for athletic performance?
Learning Objectives
- To develop the ability to perform a standing triple jump using hop, skip, and jump sequence
- To understand the importance of correct arm and leg technique in jumping for distance
- To explore which foot works best for starting the triple jump sequence
Key Outcomes
- Students will be able to execute a standing triple jump with proper sequencing
- Students will demonstrate correct arm swing and leg coordination during jumping
- Students will understand the relationship between technique and jumping distance
Equipment & Resources Required
Used to mark landing distances and create measuring points
Alternative: Bean bags, markers, chalk for marking distances
For measuring distances and setting targets
Alternative: Metre rulers, marked lines on ground
For recording distances and peer assessment
Alternative: Observation sheets, tablets
Available for any minor injuries during jumping activities
Alternative: Basic first aid supplies
Key Vocabulary
An athletic event consisting of three phases: hop, skip (step), and jump performed in sequence
Jumping from one foot and landing on the same foot
Moving from one foot to land on the opposite foot
The final phase where you jump from one foot to land on both feet
The moment when you push off from the ground to become airborne
The specific order of movements performed one after another
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic jumping and landing on two feet
- Understanding of taking off and landing safely
- Experience with standing long jump technique
- Basic coordination of arm and leg movements
Current Skills
- Sequential jumping combining hop, skip, and jump
- Coordinating arms and legs for maximum distance
- Selecting optimal starting foot for personal technique
- Maintaining balance through complex movement sequence
Next Steps
- Running triple jump with approach
- Advanced jumping techniques for height and distance
- Competitive triple jump with measurement standards
- Application of jumping skills in other athletic events
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Triple jump consists of hop (same foot), skip (opposite foot), jump (both feet)
- Arms provide power and balance throughout all three phases
- Technique improvement leads to increased distance more than effort alone
- Safe landing with bent knees is essential in all phases
- Personal starting foot preference affects performance significantly
- Smooth rhythm between phases maintains momentum and distance
- Peer feedback and observation develop coaching skills and understanding
Common Misconceptions
- Thinking triple jump is just three normal jumps rather than specific sequence
- Believing distance comes from effort rather than technique
- Confusion about which foot to land on in each phase
- Expecting immediate success without practice and refinement
- Not understanding the cumulative effect of good technique across all phases
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity bursts with clear breaks, specific roles and responsibilities, movement-based learning throughout, immediate feedback
dyspraxia
- Break down into smaller steps, use larger target areas, allow extra practice time, provide physical guidance and support
autism spectrum
- Clear visual sequence cards, consistent routine structure, quiet recovery space available, predictable partner arrangements
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured cones for marking, clear verbal descriptions of foot patterns, tactile guidance through sequence, buddy system for safety
hearing impairment
- Visual demonstrations of all sequences, written instruction cards, clear hand signals for phases, peer support for communication
physical disability
- Modify to seated jumping activities, use shorter distances, focus on arm coordination, provide stability support as needed
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Technical vocabulary development, giving clear instructions and feedback, listening skills during peer coaching
Maths
Measuring distances, comparing measurements, calculating multiples to reach world record distance, understanding scale and proportion
Science
Forces and motion in jumping, gravity and momentum, coordination and balance in human movement, energy transfer through body
Geography
Understanding distances and scale, map work with measurement, appreciation of global athletic achievements
PSHE
Perseverance and resilience, supporting others' learning, celebrating achievement, setting personal goals
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move around perimeter to observe all students, position centrally during demonstrations
Observation Focus
Monitor landing technique, foot sequence accuracy, arm coordination, and fatigue levels
Intervention Points
Step in when technique becomes unsafe, when students show frustration, or when peer interactions become negative
Demonstration Notes
Always demonstrate slowly first, then at normal speed. Show both left and right foot starts. Exaggerate key points for visibility.
Verbal Cues
- •'Same foot to same foot for the hop!'
- •'Step onto the other foot for skip!'
- •'Two feet for landing!'
- •'Arms like rockets powering you forward!'
- •'Technique first, distance follows!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 30m x 20m, clear flat surface free from obstacles
Surface Check
Level, dry ground with good grip - avoid wet or uneven surfaces
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check cones have no sharp edges or cracks
- •Ensure measuring tapes retract safely
- •Remove any trip hazards from jumping areas
- •First aid kit readily accessible
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Falls during landing phase
- •Collision between students in adjacent jumping areas
- •Overexertion leading to muscle strain
- •Loss of balance during hopping phases
Risk Mitigation
- •Emphasise bent-knee landing technique throughout
- •Maintain adequate spacing between jumping areas
- •Monitor for fatigue and provide rest periods
- •Teach progression from simple to complex movements
- •Ensure students understand safe technique before attempting for distance
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for maximum visibility of all jumping areas
- •Monitor technique quality especially during competitive phases
- •Watch for signs of fatigue affecting safe landing
- •Intervene immediately if unsafe practices observed
Emergency Procedures
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required