Lesson 6 - Standing Triple Jump for Distance
Athletic Throwing and Jumping: Whole-Body Power and Control
•Year 5
•Athletics
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How can we combine different jumping techniques to achieve maximum distance?
Learning 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
- To evaluate and improve jumping performance through peer assessment
Key Outcomes
- Students will perform a coordinated standing triple jump sequence
- Students will demonstrate improved distance through correct technique application
- Students will provide constructive feedback to improve partner performance
Equipment & Resources Required
Used for marking distances and creating jumping lanes
Alternative: Bean bags, markers, chalk
For accurate distance measurement in each group
Alternative: Metre rulers, marked lines on ground
For students to record their distances and track progress
Alternative: Clipboards with paper, digital tablets
To identify pairs and organise rotation groups
Alternative: Coloured bands, team markers
Key Vocabulary
An athletic event combining three consecutive jumps: hop, skip (step), and jump
Jumping from one foot and landing on the same foot
Jumping from one foot and landing on the opposite foot
The upward and forward thrust using legs and arms during take-off
Performing movements in a specific order without stopping
The foot used to begin the jumping sequence
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Students can perform a standing long jump with correct technique
- Students understand the importance of arm swing in jumping
- Students can land safely on two feet maintaining balance
Current Skills
- Coordinating hop, skip, and jump in sequence
- Selecting appropriate take-off foot for optimal performance
- Applying consistent technique under competitive conditions
Next Steps
- Running triple jump with approach run
- Advanced jumping combinations and variations
- Competitive athletics events and rules
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Triple jump sequence is always hop-step-jump with specific foot patterns
- Forward drive is more important than upward height for achieving distance
- Arms work in coordination with legs throughout all three phases
- Smooth rhythm and flow between phases maximises total distance
- Safe landing technique protects joints and maintains balance
- Partner feedback and measurement skills are essential for improvement
- Focus on technique development leads to better distance performance
Common Misconceptions
- Thinking triple jump is three identical jumps rather than three different jumping patterns
- Believing jumping higher will automatically create more distance than driving forward
- Assuming the strongest leg should be used for all three phases rather than following the sequence
- Expecting immediate success without understanding the need for technique development and practice
- Focusing only on final distance rather than the quality of each individual phase
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Break activities into shorter segments with clear focus points, provide immediate feedback and recognition, use movement variety to maintain engagement, offer leadership roles for positive energy outlet
dyspraxia
- Allow additional practice time for coordination development, break complex movements into smaller components, provide physical support and guidance as needed, celebrate effort over accuracy
autism spectrum
- Provide clear visual schedule of lesson structure, maintain consistent routine and expectations, offer quiet spaces for regulation breaks, use concrete examples and avoid abstract concepts
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured cones for clear visual markers, provide tactile boundaries with rope or mats, ensure clear verbal descriptions of all demonstrations, use physical guidance for foot placement
hearing impairment
- Use clear visual demonstrations and hand signals, provide written instruction cards, use visual timing cues rather than verbal counts, ensure students can see teacher clearly at all times
physical disability
- Adapt jumping sequence to single jumps if needed, provide seated version using upper body coordination, modify distances and targets to achievable levels, use wheelchair-accessible measuring techniques
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Measuring distances accurately, recording and comparing numerical data, calculating improvements and averages, understanding scale when comparing to world records
Science
Forces in jumping - gravity, air resistance, momentum transfer, biomechanics of human movement, energy transfer from muscles to movement
Geography
Understanding scale and distance concepts, map-making skills when recording jump positions, spatial awareness and directional concepts
PSHE
Setting personal goals and targets, resilience when facing challenges, cooperation and teamwork skills, celebrating diverse achievements and abilities
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move around the outside of jumping area to observe all students, position at side angle to see complete triple jump sequence
Observation Focus
Watch for smooth sequence flow, appropriate landing technique, safety compliance and effort levels
Intervention Points
Step in if students showing unsafe technique, struggling with sequence understanding, or showing signs of fatigue
Demonstration Notes
Use slow-motion demonstrations to show technique clearly, exaggerate key points like arm swing and foot patterns, demonstrate both successful technique and common errors for comparison
Verbal Cues
- •'Hop-step-jump, let it flow!'
- •'Drive forward, not just up!'
- •'Land softly with bent knees!'
- •'Arms help you fly further!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 20m x 15m clear area with additional space for landing zones and equipment storage
Surface Check
Dry, non-slip surface free from obstacles, appropriate for explosive jumping movements
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Cones placed securely without sharp edges exposed
- •Measuring equipment stored safely when not in use
- •Recording materials kept away from jumping areas
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Falls and awkward landings during triple jump sequence
- •Muscle strain from explosive jumping movements
- •Collisions between students in adjacent jumping lanes
Risk Mitigation
- •Adequate spacing between jumping lanes (minimum 2m apart)
- •Progressive warm-up to prepare muscles for explosive activity
- •Clear boundaries and safety zones established
- •Proper technique teaching to reduce injury risk
- •Partner system ensures constant supervision and support
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to observe multiple jumping lanes simultaneously
- •Monitor landing technique to prevent injury
- •Watch for signs of fatigue affecting safe performance
- •Ensure students follow safety protocols for measuring and equipment use
Emergency Procedures
Stop activity immediately for any injury, assess severity, provide appropriate first aid, contact school procedures for serious injuries