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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.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Sprint Start & Reaction Time
45 min

Big Question:

How can mastering the perfect start give athletes a winning advantage in sprint races?

Key Objectives:

  • • Use the correct technique to start a sprint race
  • • Develop coordination to improve running speed

Lesson 2

Hurdling Technique & Consistency
1h 15min

Big Question:

How can we combine sprinting speed with efficient hurdle technique to become faster athletes?

Key Objectives:

  • • Develop consistent hurdling technique with identified lead and trail legs
  • • Improve sprint speed and rhythm between hurdles

Lesson 3

Jumping Technique and Consistency
1h

Big Question:

How can I improve my jumping technique to achieve greater distance, height and consistency?

Key Objectives:

  • • Develop technique and consistency in jumping skills including long jump, high jump and triple jump
  • • Understand the measurement points and rules in competitive jumping events

Lesson 4

Javelin Throwing & Accuracy
1h

Big Question:

How can we use the 'pull throw' technique to achieve maximum distance and accuracy in javelin throwing?

Key Objectives:

  • • To develop overarm throwing technique using the 'pull throw' method
  • • To throw accurately at targets using correct body positioning

Lesson 5

Triple Jump and Relay Techniques
1h

Big Question:

How can we combine jumping techniques and teamwork to excel in athletics events?

Key Objectives:

  • • Accurately replicate the technique for running, jumping and throwing events
  • • Run a relay efficiently as part of a team

Lesson 6

Athletics Competition Challenges
59 min

Big Question:

How can we use our athletic skills in competition while supporting and encouraging others?

Key Objectives:

  • • To replicate running, jumping and throwing techniques in competitive situations
  • • To challenge themselves to beat previous performances and achieve personal bests