Shot Put, Discus, Javelin & Hammer Throw
| Month | Week | Topic/Skill | Learning Objectives | Activities | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JUNE | 1 | Introduction to Throws (Lesson 1) | Understand throwing events, history, and basic concepts | Event demonstrations, video analysis, equipment handling | Quiz on events |
| 2 | Safety & Throwing Zones (Lesson 2) | Master safety protocols and sector understanding | Zone marking, safety drills, retrieval practice | Safety knowledge test | |
| 3 | Basic Throwing Mechanics (Lesson 3) | Learn fundamental throwing principles | Overarm throws, underarm tosses, medicine ball work | Technique observation | |
| 4 | Shot Put - Grip & Hold (Lesson 4) | Master proper shot put grip and neck position | Grip drills, neck placement, finger positioning | Grip technique check | |
| JULY | 1 | Shot Put - Standing Put (Lesson 5) | Execute standing throw with proper technique | Standing throws, extension drills, power position | Distance measurement |
| 2 | Shot Put - Power Position (Lesson 6) | Master the power position for shot put | Power position drills, hip drive, leg extension | Position evaluation | |
| 3 | Shot Put - Glide Technique (Lesson 7) | Learn and practice the glide technique | Glide drills, rhythm training, full glide throws | Glide technique grading | |
| 4 | Shot Put - Rotational Basics (Lesson 8) | Introduction to rotational/spin technique | Rotation drills, balance work, entry practice | Rotation understanding | |
| AUGUST | 1 | Discus - Grip & Release (Lesson 9) | Master discus grip and release mechanics | Grip practice, rolling releases, bowling drills | Grip and spin check |
| 2 | Discus - Standing Throw (Lesson 10) | Execute standing discus throw | Standing throws, hip lead, arm trail | Distance measurement | |
| 3 | Discus - South African Drill (Lesson 11) | Learn the South African entry drill | SA drill progression, weight transfer | Drill execution | |
| 4 | Discus - Full Rotation (Lesson 12) | Execute full rotational discus throw | 1.5 turn practice, rhythm work, full throws | Full throw grading | |
| SEPTEMBER | 1 | Discus - Advanced Technique (Lesson 13) | Refine discus technique and timing | Technical refinement, video analysis, competition throws | Technique assessment |
| 2 | Javelin - Grip Techniques (Lesson 14) | Master different javelin grips | Finnish grip, American grip, V-grip practice | Grip selection | |
| 3 | Javelin - Carry & Approach (Lesson 15) | Learn javelin carry positions and approach run | Carry positions, rhythm runs, approach development | Approach observation | |
| 4 | Javelin - Cross-Over Steps (Lesson 16) | Master the 5-step cross-over rhythm | Cross-over drills, hip turn, throwing position | Rhythm grading | |
| OCTOBER | 1 | Javelin - Throwing Action (Lesson 17) | Execute proper javelin release and follow-through | Standing throws, 3-step throws, elbow lead | Throw technique |
| 2 | Javelin - Full Approach (Lesson 18) | Combine approach and throw | Full approach throws, check mark setting | Full throw grading | |
| 3 | Hammer - Introduction & Safety (Lesson 19) | Understand hammer throw basics and safety | Equipment familiarization, safety zones, basic swings | Safety compliance | |
| 4 | Mid-Term Assessment | Evaluate all skills learned | Practical tests, distance trials | Performance grading | |
| NOVEMBER | 1 | Hammer - Winds & Swings (Lesson 20) | Master hammer winds and entry | Static winds, walking winds, rhythm development | Wind technique |
| 2 | Hammer - Entry & Turns (Lesson 21) | Learn turn mechanics and release | 1-turn practice, 2-turn attempts, release timing | Turn execution | |
| 3 | Strength Training for Throws (Lesson 22) | Develop throwing-specific strength | Medicine ball work, resistance training, core exercises | Strength assessment | |
| 4 | Event-Specific Training | Individual event focus | Specialized training in chosen event | Individual progress | |
| DECEMBER | 1 | Flexibility & Mobility (Lesson 23) | Develop throwing-specific flexibility | Dynamic stretching, hip mobility, shoulder flexibility | Flexibility test |
| 2 | Competition Rules & Fouls (Lesson 24) | Master competition procedures and rules | Rule study, mock competitions, foul recognition | Rules quiz | |
| 3 | Shot Put Refinement | Polish shot put technique | Technical drills, video feedback | Technique score | |
| 4 | Term Review & Assessment | Comprehensive skill evaluation | Theory and practical tests | Term grading | |
| JANUARY | 1 | Discus Refinement | Polish discus technique | Technical drills, spin speed work | Technique assessment |
| 2 | Javelin Refinement | Polish javelin technique | Approach refinement, release angle work | Distance improvement | |
| 3 | Power Development | Increase explosive power | Plyometrics, power cleans, explosive drills | Power tests | |
| 4 | Mental Preparation | Develop competition mindset | Visualization, routine development, focus training | Mental readiness | |
| FEBRUARY | 1 | Pre-Competition Training | Competition-specific preparation | Mock competitions, warm-up routines | Readiness check |
| 2 | Competition & Performance (Lesson 25) | Apply all skills competitively | Mock meet, official measurements, rankings | Personal best attempts | |
| 3 | Inter-class Throws Meet | Competitive experience | Class championships in all events | Competition results | |
| 4 | Performance Analysis | Review and feedback | Video analysis, technique review | Improvement planning | |
| MARCH | 1 | Skills Review & Refinement | Polish all throwing skills | Station-based practice, event rotation | Skill checklist |
| 2 | Annual Practical Exam | Comprehensive assessment | Skill testing, distance trials | Final grading | |
| 3 | Athletic Meet Preparation | School team readiness | Final training sessions | Team selection | |
| 4 | Annual Sports Day & Awards | Celebrate achievements | Final competitions, prize distribution | Year-end evaluation |