KS4 · Physical education · Year 10
Long jump
Non-examined assessment: athletics practical
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Your learning goal
I can effectively combine the phases of the long jump to maximise my performance and distance.
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Long jump: slides adapted from the imported teaching text; recall questions created from its keywords, learning points and common mistakes. Self-check practice, with no automatic grading or XP. Answers stay on this page and are cleared when you leave.
What you’ll learn
I can effectively combine the phases of the long jump to maximise my performance and distance.
Key learning points
- Move: a measured approach with the dominant foot hitting the board at the ideal point will allow for a maximal distance.
- Move: performing a flight phase which allows the body to hang and prepare for landing increases the distance jumped.
- Think: taking off at a 20 degree angle will ensure the optimal transfer of momentum.
- Feel: by preparing mentally before the approach, you can perform with maximal effort showing self-motivation.
- Connect: supporting the accurate measurement of each other's approach distance will ensure best results can be achieved.
Words to know
- approach
- the first phase of the long jump in which momentum is created in preparation for the jump
- dominant foot
- the foot which will propel you at the end of the approach
- landing
- the final phase of the long jump in which you enter the sand
Common mistakes
Pupils believe starting their approach from the furthest point on the runway will result in the best possible approach and jump.
The approach is personalised and should be measured to ensure optimal speed is reached and the take off is smooth without the need to break stride. For most, the end of the runway will not be the ideal starting point.
For parents, carers and teachers
- Much of the technique practice and preparation for long jump can be delivered away from the long jump runway and pit to maximise activity levels and learning. If you intend to teach triple jump, keep a record of pupil run up distances to save time.