Athletic Fundamentals
•Year 4
•Athletics
•Mark 100m circular track and field event zones
Alternative: Markers, bean bags for track marking
One baton per team for relay races
Alternative: Short wooden sticks, foam tubes
Set at appropriate height around track for 100m hurdles
Alternative: Low cones, agility ladders
Mark take-off line clearly with measuring tape nearby
Alternative: Gymnastics mats, sand pit if available
Safe throwing implements for javelin competition
Alternative: Pool noodles, foam rockets
Age-appropriate weights in designated throwing area
Alternative: Bean bags, soft balls
Lightweight implements for safe throwing practice
Alternative: Foam discs, frisbees
One per team for timing events accurately
Alternative: Smartphone timers, class stopwatch
For measuring jumping and throwing distances
Alternative: Metre rulers, marked ground
Track team scores and individual performances
Alternative: Whiteboards, clipboards
Running as fast as possible over a short distance
Running at a steady pace over longer distances to maintain energy
Team race where each member runs one section and passes a baton
Athletics events involving jumping or throwing for distance or accuracy
The correct way to perform a skill to achieve best results safely
Playing fairly, respecting opponents and accepting results gracefully
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Understanding forces in throwing and jumping, energy transfer, effects of exercise on body systems, biomechanics of movement
Understanding of distances, directions, spatial awareness in field events, weather effects on performance
Teamwork skills, dealing with success and failure, resilience, leadership, managing competitive emotions and stress
Central position with clear view of all event areas, mobile to provide support where needed
Monitor technique application under competitive pressure, sportsmanship, and safety compliance
Step in for safety concerns, poor sportsmanship, or technique correction when performance significantly affected
Use student demonstrations where possible to maintain competitive atmosphere, provide technique reminders between events
Large outdoor space or sports hall minimum 40m x 30m for track and field events
Even, dry surface free from holes, debris, or wet patches
Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required
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