Keystage 3 Athletics Lesson 4: Javelin

In this KS3 athletics lesson, students will focus on achieving maximum distance in javelin throwing while adhering to safety rules. The session covers proper grip techniques, standing throws, and stride approaches to improve speed, power, and accuracy. Students will engage in peer coaching and assessments, emphasizing key points such as maintaining a high elbow, driving with the hips, and ensuring the javelin lands point first. The lesson concludes with a recorded distance competition, reinforcing the importance of technique and safety.

Learning aim(s)/objective(s)

All; To achieve the maximum distance possible within the rule of the event.

Most: To provide a safe experience and performance progressing in throwing the javelin

Some: Students can demonstrate a good throw is based on speed of approach, speed of release and a stabilized