Skill Drill Athletics Activities for Year 1

Students practice controlled striding with alternate leg action, building from 3 to 5 strides

Teams rotate through 8 stations developing Agility, Balance and Coordination through varied challenges

Creative footwork patterns through agility ladders developing coordination and agility

Small group relay focusing on controlled agility through cone patterns with turn-taking

Focused practice of individual athletic event techniques with detailed instruction and feedback

A four-station circuit focusing on different jumping techniques with equipment-based challenges

Systematic exploration of different athletic starting positions to discover personal preferences and understand technique

Progressive balance beam activities building confidence and dynamic balance skills

Teams compete to complete balance challenges while carrying beanbags on their heads

Quick reaction drill using coloured cones to develop response time and agility

A structured jumping activity where students attempt to jump past distance markers, focusing on technique and personal achievement

Rotating stations activity where students practice distance throwing with different equipment types to develop adaptation skills

Small groups experiment with different throwing equipment to discover which works best for targets at varying distances, developing decision-making and accuracy

Structured practice of different jumping and hopping patterns using cone markers to develop coordination and rhythm

Children learn to control movement speed using car gear system analogy

Students explore how hand position at release affects throw direction and distance

Stationary drills to develop proper running technique and leg action

Focused skill session teaching correct running arm technique using the 'hips to lips' method, progressing from stationary practice to jogging on the spot

Learn proper arm swing technique for efficient running using the 'hips to lips' method

Progressive hopping skills development focusing on single-leg balance, control, and bilateral coordination

Individual practice activity for developing hopping, jumping and leaping techniques over obstacles

Individual lane running practice focusing on straight-line technique and personal focus

Structured practice of leading arm technique for improved throwing accuracy and direction

Fast footwork drill over a line with explosive sprint finish