Lesson Plan for Primary 6 - Physical and Health Education - Track Events - Hurdles

### Lesson Plan: Track Events - Hurdles #### Grade Level: Primary 6 (ages 11-12) #### Duration: 60 minutes #### Objectives: - Understand the basic rules and techniques of hurdle races. - Develop coordination, balance, and timing through hurdle drills. - Encourage teamwork and sportsmanship during relay hurdle races. - Promote the importance of warm-up exercises and safety in physical activities. #### Materials: - Cones or markers - Adjustable hurdles or makeshift hurdles (such as low bars or ropes) - Whistle - Stopwatch - First-aid kit - Water bottles #### Lesson Outline: 1. **Warm-Up (10 minutes)** - **Jogging:** Brief jogging around the track or play area to get the heart rate up (3 minutes). - **Dynamic Stretches:** Emphasize stretches focusing on legs and hip flexors (5 minutes). Examples include high knees, butt kicks, leg swings, and lunges. - **Hurdle Mobility Drills:** Gentle movements over small hurdles or markers to loosen up (2 minutes). 2. **Introduction to Hurdles (5 minutes)** - Explain the basics of hurdles, including race length for different age groups and height of hurdles. - Demonstrate proper form: lead leg, trail leg, arm movement, and posture. - Safety tips: Importance of looking forward, not down, and maintaining a steady pace. 3. **Drills and Practice (25 minutes)** - **Single Hurdle Drill:** Practice running and jumping over a single hurdle, focusing on technique (10 minutes). - **Three-Step Drill:** Place several hurdles in a row (spaced appropriately for age group) and practice the three-step rhythm between hurdles (10 minutes). - **Mini Relay Races:** Divide the class into small groups and conduct relay races with each student running a short distance and jumping over 1-3 hurdles (5 minutes). 4. **Cool Down and Stretching (5 minutes)** - Gentle jogging or walking to bring the heart rate down (2 minutes). - Static stretching focusing on legs, arms, and back (3 minutes). 5. **Discussion and Reflection (10 minutes)** - Gather students and discuss what they enjoyed and found challenging about the hurdle activities. - Reinforce the importance of proper technique and safety. - Provide positive feedback and encourage students to reflect on how they can improve. 6. **Wrap-Up (5 minutes)** - Reminder about the importance of hydration and proper nutrition after physical activities. - Encourage students to continue practicing and staying active at home. #### Assessment: - Observe students’ participation and technique during the drills and relay races. - Provide individual feedback and encouragement. - Ask students to share one thing they learned about hurdle racing and how they plan to improve. #### Adaptations: - For students needing additional support, lower the hurdle height or reduce the number of hurdles. - Provide visual aids or videos demonstrating proper hurdle techniques. - Adjust the distance between hurdles based on individual student abilities. #### Closing: - Congratulate students on their effort and participation. - Announce the next lesson's topic and any preparation needed. **Note:** Always be mindful of each student's fitness level and provide modifications to ensure everyone can participate safely.