Foundation Skills & Course Play
•Year 3
•Golf
•Distributed at tee positions
Alternative: Foam balls, bean bags
2 clubs per pair, stored safely when not in use
Alternative: Hockey sticks, tennis rackets for striking
White=tees, Green=targets, Yellow=bunkers, Blue=water
Alternative: Coloured markers, chalk circles
Placed as targets and hazards throughout course
Alternative: Rope circles, chalk circles
Pre-prepared with 10 holes and par numbers
Alternative: Paper and pencils, individual whiteboards
For setting up 5-metre intervals
Alternative: Pre-marked cones for distance
The expected number of strokes for a skilled golfer to complete a hole
An obstacle on the golf course such as water or sand bunkers
The main playing area between tee and green
A golf club used for medium to long distance shots
A golf club used for short, precise shots on the green
A warning shout when a ball might hit someone
The proper behaviour and manners in golf
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Scorekeeping and addition, measuring distances between markers, calculating over/under par scores, geometry of angles for shot direction
Forces and motion in golf swings, projectile motion of ball flight, friction between club and ball, leverage principles in club design
Mapping course layouts, understanding spatial relationships, compass directions for shot planning, scale and distance concepts
Honesty in score keeping, supporting teammates, resilience when facing challenges, self-reflection and goal setting for improvement
Move continuously between playing groups, positioning to see all active areas while maintaining overall supervision
Monitor golf technique development, course management decisions, scoring accuracy, and sporting behaviour
Step in for safety concerns, technique correction, scoring disputes, or etiquette reminders
Model complete shots including setup, execution, and follow-through. Demonstrate positive reactions to both good and poor shots, emphasising improvement process
Large hall or playground area minimum 30m x 20m for 10-hole course layout
Dry, even surface free from holes or debris that could cause trips
Stop all play immediately for any safety concern, assess and provide appropriate first aid, clear evacuation route identified
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