Athletic Fundamentals
•Year 4
•Athletics
•Mark track lanes, field event areas and team zones
Alternative: Markers, bean bags
For measuring jumps and throws accurately
Alternative: Metre sticks, marked ground
Safe throwing implements for children
Alternative: Pool noodles, cardboard tubes
Lightweight throwing implements
Alternative: Flying discs, paper plates
Age-appropriate weight implements
Alternative: Bean bags, tennis balls
Safe landing areas for jumping events
Alternative: Sand pit, marked grass area
Adjustable height obstacles for running
Alternative: Cones, skipping ropes on cones
For team relay races
Alternative: Short sticks, cardboard tubes
One per team for timing events
Alternative: Mobile phone timers, tablet apps
Recording results and points for each team
Alternative: Clipboards with paper, tablet apps
A short-distance race run at maximum speed
Jumping as far as possible from a running start
A jumping event involving hop, step and jump phases
Throwing a spear-like implement for maximum distance
Throwing a disc-shaped implement using rotational technique
Throwing a heavy ball from shoulder height for distance
Team race where runners pass a baton
The correct method of performing a skill
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Calculating team scores and points totals, measuring distances and times, statistical analysis of results
Understanding forces in throwing events, physics of running and jumping, effects of exercise on the body
Mapping track layouts, understanding distances and measurement, spatial awareness in field events
Teamwork and cooperation, dealing with competition pressure, showing respect for others, resilience and determination
Central location with clear sight lines to all event areas, mobile between stations to provide support
Watch for technique application, team collaboration, safety compliance and fair play throughout
Step in for unsafe practices, poor sportsmanship, or when students need technique reminders
Show key techniques clearly at start of each event, emphasise safety procedures, model positive behaviour
Large outdoor space minimum 50m x 80m for track and field events, alternative indoor hall if weather poor
Even, non-slip surface free from holes, debris or wet areas that could cause slips or trips
Immediate stop signal for all activities, first aid kit accessible, clear evacuation routes maintained
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