Activity

Bounding (Power Stride)

Class: Class 3
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Field Events

Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Field Events

Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Field Events

Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Field Events

Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Field Events

Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Field Events

Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Field Events

Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Field Events

Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Field Events

Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Field Events

Bounding (Power Stride)

Learning Outcomes

Improve stride length and jumping rhythm
Build strength and coordination in takeoff
Enhance horizontal jumping ability

Description Of Activity

Students perform exaggerated running strides, pushing off with force from each step and covering as much ground as possible.

Variations

Bound uphill
Count total bounds over distance
One-leg bounding

Coaching Tips

Emphasize full arm swing
Drive the knee high
Maintain a forward lean

Equipment/Material Required

Open field, cones for marking distance