This unit moves students beyond basic athletic participation towards understanding how their bodies work as mechanical systems to achieve faster, further, and more accurate performance. The emphasis is on connecting proper technique with purpose, helping Year 4 students grasp why specific body movements create better results. Through progressive skill development across running, jumping, and throwing disciplines, students build both physical competence and analytical thinking about movement quality.
This unit develops Year 4 students' understanding of different running demands through progressive skill-building in sprinting and distance running. The focus shifts from individual technique mastery to collaborative teamwork in relays, before exploring the strategic elements of pacing and endurance. Through this journey, students experience the full spectrum of athletic running whilst developing both physical competence and tactical awareness.
This unit introduces Year 4 students to the classic athletics disciplines through a whole-body technique approach that emphasises power generation, control, and tactical awareness. The focus shifts from basic movement skills to sport-specific techniques while developing students' understanding of pace, teamwork, and fair play. Through progressive skill development across running, jumping, and throwing events, students build confidence as both performers and officials.
This unit introduces Year 4 students to the fundamental techniques of athletic field events, exploring how different body mechanics create power and precision in throwing and jumping. Through progressive skill development, students discover the science behind athletic movement whilst building confidence in four distinct throwing disciplines and two jumping challenges. The emphasis is on understanding biomechanics, personal improvement, and safe practice in competitive athletics contexts.
This unit introduces Year 4 students to the technical aspects of athletics through a multi-event approach, developing fundamental movement skills across running, jumping, and throwing disciplines. The emphasis is on technique refinement over competition, building confidence through progressive skill development whilst introducing the collaborative and supportive nature of athletics. Students experience the diversity of athletic events whilst developing personal achievement mindsets and understanding how technical improvements lead to better performance.
This unit develops Year 4 students' understanding of athletic disciplines through mastery of running, throwing and jumping techniques, culminating in team-based competitions. The focus is on personal excellence within a supportive team environment, where students learn that proper technique and perseverance matter more than winning. Through progressive skill development and authentic competitive experiences, students build confidence in their athletic abilities whilst developing crucial teamwork and sportsmanship values.