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This unit transforms Year 6 students from basic frisbee throwers into tactical Ultimate Frisbee players through progressive skill development and strategic thinking. The journey emphasises the unique combination of individual technique, spatial awareness, and team strategy that makes Ultimate Frisbee an excellent invasion game for developing higher-order thinking skills. Students experience the democratic nature of the sport whilst building confidence in both attacking and defending roles.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Backhand Throw & Catch
1h

Big Question:

How can I use anticipation and spatial awareness to become an effective Ultimate Frisbee player?

Key Objectives:

  • • To develop accurate backhand frisbee throwing technique using wrist spin and correct body positioning
  • • To master consistent two-handed catching using the 'crocodile mouth' technique

Lesson 2

Forehand Pass & Intercept
1h 17min

Big Question:

How can we use body positioning and communication to create successful passing opportunities whilst defending effectively?

Key Objectives:

  • • To develop accurate forehand passing technique with proper grip and release
  • • To understand and apply defensive positioning principles including body angle and vision

Lesson 3

One-Hand Catch & Tactics
1h 10min

Big Question:

How can I use deception and tactical awareness to gain an advantage in Ultimate Frisbee?

Key Objectives:

  • • To master one-handed catching techniques in game situations
  • • To develop tactical awareness through dummy passes and deception

Lesson 4

Attacking with Advantage
1h

Big Question:

How can we use teamwork and timing to create attacking opportunities when we have more or fewer players?

Key Objectives:

  • • To build attacks whilst retaining possession carefully through strategic movement
  • • To time runs effectively to breach opponent's defence using numerical advantage

Lesson 5

Finding Space & Pull
1h

Big Question:

How can we find space under pressure and use the 'Pull' to start a game tactically?

Key Objectives:

  • • To develop the ability to find space in tight situations during Ultimate Frisbee
  • • To understand and execute the 'Pull' technique as a game starter

Lesson 6

Tournament Play & Tactics
1h

Big Question:

How can we apply tactical awareness and communication skills to succeed in competitive Ultimate Frisbee situations?

Key Objectives:

  • • Apply learned skills and tactical knowledge in competitive game situations
  • • Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork during Ultimate Frisbee games