Long Jump, High Jump, Triple Jump & Pole Vault
| Month | Week | Topic/Skill | Learning Objectives | Activities | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JUNE | 1 | Introduction to Athletics Jumps (Lesson 1) | Understand all jumping events, history, and basic concepts | Event demonstrations, video analysis, pit familiarization | Quiz on events |
| 2 | Basic Jumping Mechanics (Lesson 2) | Master fundamental jumping principles | Single leg takeoffs, two-leg jumps, landing drills | Technique observation | |
| 3 | Running Approach Basics (Lesson 3) | Develop consistent approach running | Rhythm runs, acceleration patterns, check mark setting | Approach consistency | |
| 4 | Takeoff Technique (Lesson 4) | Learn proper single-leg takeoff | Pop-ups, penultimate step, drive knee action | Takeoff mechanics check | |
| JULY | 1 | Long Jump - Approach Run (Lesson 5) | Develop consistent long jump approach | 16-20 step approaches, acceleration pattern | Approach accuracy |
| 2 | Long Jump - Takeoff Board (Lesson 6) | Master board contact and takeoff timing | Board drills, penultimate step, vertical impulse | Board accuracy | |
| 3 | Long Jump - Hang Technique (Lesson 7) | Learn the hang flight technique | Extended body position, arm circles, leg drop | Flight technique | |
| 4 | Long Jump - Hitch-Kick (Lesson 8) | Introduction to hitch-kick technique | Cycling action, 1.5 and 2.5 hitch-kick | Cycling observation | |
| AUGUST | 1 | Long Jump - Landing (Lesson 9) | Master safe and effective landing technique | Heel strike, hip shoot, arm throw | Landing distance |
| 2 | High Jump - Scissors Technique (Lesson 10) | Learn basic scissors clearance | Lead leg drive, trail leg clearance | Height cleared | |
| 3 | High Jump - J-Approach (Lesson 11) | Develop curved approach run | J-curve pattern, lean into curve, speed building | Approach curve quality | |
| 4 | High Jump - Takeoff Mechanics (Lesson 12) | Master high jump takeoff | Penultimate, plant foot, arm drive | Takeoff power | |
| SEPTEMBER | 1 | High Jump - Fosbury Flop (Lesson 13) | Introduction to Fosbury Flop technique | Back arch, head back, hip lift | Flop technique |
| 2 | High Jump - Bar Clearance (Lesson 14) | Efficient bar clearance technique | Arch position, leg kick, head position | Clearance efficiency | |
| 3 | High Jump - Landing Safety (Lesson 15) | Safe landing on high jump mat | Back landing, roll technique, mat awareness | Landing safety | |
| 4 | Triple Jump - Hop Phase (Lesson 16) | Master the hop phase | Same-leg takeoff and landing, active landing | Hop distance | |
| OCTOBER | 1 | Triple Jump - Step Phase (Lesson 17) | Execute proper step phase | Opposite leg bound, flat landing, forward drive | Step technique |
| 2 | Triple Jump - Jump Phase (Lesson 18) | Complete the final jump | Long jump action, hang or hitch-kick | Jump phase distance | |
| 3 | Triple Jump - Rhythm (Lesson 19) | Develop hop-step-jump rhythm | Phase ratios, rhythm drills, consistency | Rhythm quality | |
| 4 | Mid-Term Assessment | Evaluate all skills learned | Practical tests, distance trials | Performance grading | |
| NOVEMBER | 1 | Triple Jump - Full Technique (Lesson 20) | Complete triple jump execution | Full approach, all phases combined | Total distance |
| 2 | Pole Vault - Introduction (Lesson 21) | Understand pole vault basics and safety | Pole handling, approach, plant box awareness | Safety knowledge | |
| 3 | Pole Vault - Plant & Swing (Lesson 22) | Learn pole plant and swing-up | Pole drop, swing action, inversion basics | Plant technique | |
| 4 | Event-Specific Training | Individual event focus | Specialized training in chosen event | Individual progress | |
| DECEMBER | 1 | Plyometric Training (Lesson 23) | Develop explosive jumping power | Box jumps, bounds, depth jumps, hurdle hops | Power tests |
| 2 | Flexibility & Conditioning (Lesson 24) | Develop jumping-specific flexibility | Hip mobility, ankle flexibility, dynamic stretching | Flexibility test | |
| 3 | Long Jump Refinement | Polish long jump technique | Technical drills, video feedback | Technique score | |
| 4 | Term Review & Assessment | Comprehensive skill evaluation | Theory and practical tests | Term grading | |
| JANUARY | 1 | High Jump Refinement | Polish high jump technique | Approach work, bar clearance drills | Height improvement |
| 2 | Triple Jump Refinement | Polish triple jump technique | Phase ratio work, rhythm training | Distance improvement | |
| 3 | Speed Development for Jumps | Increase approach speed | Sprint training, acceleration drills | Speed tests | |
| 4 | Mental Preparation | Develop competition mindset | Visualization, routine development | Mental readiness | |
| FEBRUARY | 1 | Pre-Competition Training | Competition-specific preparation | Mock competitions, warm-up routines | Readiness check |
| 2 | Competition & Assessment (Lesson 25) | Apply all skills competitively | Mock meet, official measurements | Personal bests | |
| 3 | Inter-class Jumps 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 jumping skills | Station-based practice, event rotation | Skill checklist |
| 2 | Annual Practical Exam | Comprehensive assessment | Skill testing, height/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 |