Athletic Throwing and Jumping: Whole-Body Power and Control
•Year 5
•Athletics
•Pre-distributed in equipment bags for each group
Alternative: Tennis balls, foam balls for safety
Set vertically equal distances apart for accuracy practice
Alternative: Large cones or markers for targets
Place at 10m intervals for distance throwing
Alternative: Painted lines on playground if permanent
For setting up accurate distances
Alternative: Pre-marked distances on playground
A throwing technique where the arm swings forward from below shoulder height, used for accuracy
A throwing technique where the arm comes over the shoulder, used for power and distance
The exact moment when the thrower lets go of the object during the throwing motion
The body position and foot placement when preparing to throw
The continuation of arm movement after releasing the object
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Measuring distances, calculating scores, recording data, angle concepts in throwing trajectory
Forces and motion, projectile motion, energy transfer from body to object
Direction and orientation, measuring distances, spatial awareness
Teamwork and cooperation, supporting others' learning, resilience in challenges
Move between groups during practice, central position for demonstrations, safety oversight of throwing areas
Watch for correct stance, release point timing, safety procedure compliance, peer coaching quality
Step in for unsafe throwing, technique correction, group management issues, equipment setup problems
Demonstrate techniques slowly with clear pause points, show common mistakes and corrections, use students as positive examples
Large outdoor area minimum 40m x 30m for safe distance throwing
Flat, even surface free from holes or obstacles, dry conditions preferred
Stop all activity immediately on safety signal, first aid qualified staff present, clear evacuation routes maintained
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