Big Question:

How do we adapt our throwing technique to achieve accuracy versus maximum distance?

Key Objectives:

• • To understand the difference between throwing for accuracy and throwing for distance
• • To develop underarm and overarm throwing techniques with correct body positioning

Big Question:

How can we use our whole body to throw a javelin as far as possible?

Key Objectives:

• • Develop understanding of the three phases of javelin throwing (stance/grip, extension, rotation)
• • Learn to transfer body weight effectively to increase throwing distance

Big Question:

How can we use our whole body to throw for maximum distance whilst maintaining safety and control?

Key Objectives:

• • To develop understanding of throwing for distance using shot put technique
• • To learn the three phases of shot put: stance and grip, extension, rotation and weight transfer

Big Question:

How can we use our whole body to throw the discus as far as possible whilst maintaining control and accuracy?

Key Objectives:

• • Develop understanding of throwing for distance using correct discus technique
• • Learn how to use body rotation and weight transfer to generate power

Big Question:

How can we use our bodies most effectively to jump as far as possible in a single explosive movement?

Key Objectives:

• • To explore and apply correct technique for standing long jump
• • To understand how arm and leg positioning affects jumping distance

Big Question:

How can we combine different jumping techniques to achieve maximum distance?

Key Objectives:

• • To develop the technique for performing a standing triple jump (hop, skip, jump)
• • To understand how arm swing and leg drive contribute to jumping distance