Athletics and Personal Performance · Fitness & Exercise

Jumping for Distance and Height

Exploring the phases of the long jump and high jump, focusing on the approach and take-off.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the speed of your approach affect the distance of your jump?
  2. 2What is the relationship between the angle of take-off and the height achieved?
  3. 3How can you use your arms to gain extra lift during the flight phase?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - AthleticsNCCA: Primary - Jumping
Class/Year: 6th Class
Subject: Active Bodies, Healthy Minds: 6th Class PE
Unit: Athletics and Personal Performance
Period: Fitness & Exercise

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