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Current Situation– a range of problems
• Coaches with the least experience working with children;
Athletes are specialising too early;
Too much focus on outcome (i.e. distance jumped or time run) rather than on Process (i.e. technique when running or jumping);
Lack of volunteers;
Lacks structure and excitement ;
Losing out to other sports;
Clubs are often struggling financially with no long-term sustainable business model;
Development of Athletics365
Pilot Scheme launched in January 2010
Trialled in 6 Networks across England – Avon used 2 main clubs with 4 more coming in from Sept
Provides a syllabus of competencies – the MatrixWhich can be adapted to suit local conditions to produce a weekly scheme of work
What is Athletics 365?
Athletics 365 will provide:1. A consistent approach to young athlete development across
England – not a product...a system and way of life (‘like for like’ activities in every club);
2. Builds great foundation by providing skills for event specific groups and competitions (benefit athletics and other sports);
3. Provide fundamental skills applicable to all sports (athleticism not athletic development).
Athletics 365 will therefore:1. Develop the club; 2. Develop young people; 3. Provide young athlete progression pathway; and4. Provide a mechanism for professionalising/income
generation.
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14. HURDLES
14a). Rhythm
Run over low
obstacles
(cane) without
hesitation
14a). Rhythm
As Red but with
increased
height (SAQ
low hurdle)
14a). Rhythm
As Yellow but
with increased
height (SAQ tall
hurdles/ Sports
Hall Low
hurdles)
14a). Rhythm
As Green but
with increased
height (Sports
Hall Medium
hurdles)
14a).
Demonstrates
rhythm and
running
efficiency over
increased
height and
distance
(hurdles grid)
14a). Takes off
well in front of
the hurdle
(approximately
⅔ of the hurdle
stride)
14a). Keeps
eyes and chest
facing forwards
14a). Keeps
head level
throughout the
run (as if
travelling along
a moving
pavement)
14a). Sustains
good hurdle
technique
throughout a
race over 5
obstacles
14b). Sprints
(not jumps)
over obstacles
(cane)
14b).
Completes
obstacle course
showing
rhythm, control
and agility
14b). Maintains
good basic
running
technique
when sprinting
over obstacles
14b).
Understands
that stride
patterns
determine
which leg
clears the
hurdle first
(lead leg)
14b). Identifies
optimal
distance
between
hurdles to
maintain 3
stride pattern
(hurdle grid)
14b).
Demonstrates
good linear
lead leg, with
knee driving
straight at
hurdle in take
off
14b). Drives
the lead leg
heel towards
the hurdle in
flight
14b). Pulls trail
leg knee
through fast
with heel close
to buttocks
14b). Hurdling
from sprint start
(7-8 Strides
dependant on
athlete's size )
14c). Sprints
over and
between
obstacles using
a consistent
stride length
14c). Uses 3
stride pattern
between
hurdles within
hurdle grid
14c). Shows
rhythm and
does not ‘reach
for the hurdles’
14c).
Demonstrates
hurdle walkover
drills (low
height) with
good posture,
balance and
correct foot
placement.
a). Hurdle
stepover
b). Can-can
c). Hurdle side
steps
14c). Drives
forward more
than upward at
take off
14c). Leans
body forward
keeping
shoulders
ahead of hips
in clearance
phase
14c). Lands
with an active
foot (forefoot
contact)
14c). Analyses
own sprinting
technique and
that of others
14d). Sprints
straight down
the line of
obstacles
14d). States a
'lead leg'
preference
when sprinting
over hurdles
14d).
Demonstrates
confidence in
leading with
either leg to
sprint over an
obstacle
14d). Fully
extends hip,
knee and ankle
joints at take
off
14d). Uses a
fast arm action
when clearing a
hurdle
14d).
Demonstrates
good hurdling
technique over
correct height
and spacing for
age group
14d).
Demonstrates
clear
understanding
of race and
competition
tactics
14e).
Demonstrates
a dynamic lead
leg
14e).
Demonstrates
hurdle mobility
drills with good
posture and
technique
14e).
Demonstrates
lead and trail
leg hurdle drills
(Run over
drills) with good
basic technique
14e).
Demonstrates
hurdle walkover
and runover
drills at
increased
speed whilst
maintaining
technique
14e).
Understands
the advantage
of short levers
in hurdling
14f).
Demonstrates
a short lateral
trail leg
Delivery Model :Athletics 365 Session
Within a 90 minute session, a plan may include the following elements:
– 1. Game / warm-up (10–15 mins) – relating to session;
– 2. Activity one (25 mins) – technique / skill acquisition;
– 3. Break (5 mins);
– 4. Activity two (25 mins) - technique / skill acquisition;
– 5. Relay competition (10–15 mins);
– 6. Cool-down with stretching (5–10 mins).
BUT IT CAN BE ADAPTED TO A 60min SESSION
TEAMBATH JUNIOR ACADEMY SYLLABUS TERM 1 - JAN 2011 START
WEEK Group 1 Ath 365 Red & Yellow Levels FMS, Balance, Agility, Co-Ordination (10mins)
06-Jan Run Speed Jump Long Static Balance one leg
posture, toe & knee up, arms Soft landing, 1&2 foot take off Still; Mini squats
13-Jan Jump Triple Throw Push Static Balance seated
Flat foot landing, combinations Standing 2handed throws, arms only Various combinations of hands and feet
20-Jan Throw Pull Run Steady Static Balance floor work
2hand overhead throw Posture, Heel-Toe action, arms Various combinations of hands and feet
27-Jan Run Hurdle Jump High Dynamic Balance to Agility
Run not jump, rhythm Jump combinations, Jumping agility 2foot to 2 foot, various directions
03-Feb Jump PV Throw Sling Counter Balance in pairs
Simple swing for distance Long arm, good posture, soft equipment Various combinations
10-Feb Throw Heave Run - Walk Co-Ordination, Ball skills
2hand throws, both sides, balls Posture, arms Rolling under control
17-Feb Challenges
Warm up Running over Low 12inch Hurdles LJ Standing and 2Step Run 2 Foot Jumping games Simple Relay
follow leader Rhythm, run not jump, poss lead leg 2Ft to 2Ft; 1Ft to 2Ft, SoftKnees Flat Ft, Soft Knee Land,MultiDir 50m facing, Hand tap
Running Style fast Chest Push Throw Hopping games Longer relay
Tall, Hips, Relaxed, Toe up 2Hands, Angle, Legs then Arms Flat Ft, Soft Knee Land, MultiDir 100/150m facing, Hand
Race Walking HJ curve run onto bed;Scissors Combination Hop&Step games Short Relay with baton
Ft contact, Heel Strike, Str Leg SwerveRun, CurveRun, Sc jump HopScotch, ThrowDots 50m facing, Baton
Static balance Front Support on Floor Pull Throws - Soft Jav Mixed Activity relay 10 mins
As matrix 2Hands then 1Hand overhead as invented
SportHall Activities TJ Standing and 2 steps Agility Ladders Short Relay with baton
Speed Bounce, Vert Jump, Relay GdHop, Gd Step, Hop/Step/2Ft Everygap, every2, forward&back 50m facing, Baton
Assessment Assessment Mixed Activity relay 10 mins
as invented
HALF TERM - Indoor Comp or Open Meeting
Static balance Seated on Floor Shot Put development Agility Games-Change Direction Longer Relay
as Matrix 2Hands then 1Hand, Angle 150m or 3lap SH
SportsHall Activities Intro to PV SportsHall Relay 10 mins
Speed Bounce, Vert Jump, STJ,SLJ Hold, Swing for Distance
Running - Starts Sling throws - Discus Combination Hop&Step games Longer relay
Ready active, push down&back Tall, Relaxed, Long Arm, Angle
Relay - Baton Changes Jumping for Height Dynamic balance - line/beam Short Relay with baton
Both hands, big flat target, Push intro 2Ft to 2Ft, Basic Sc both sides
Steady Pace Running games Shot Put development Agility Ladders Short Relay with baton
Pace Judgement, Steady Running 1Hand Kneeling, then Rotation
Assessment Assessment SportsHall Relay 10 mins
Club Benefits of Athletics 365
• Organised & Progressive programme for Athletes, esp the Induction/Junior Groups;
• Able to produce a Syllabus for the year – more professional approach and appearance
• Justified in charging athletes/parents a realistic fee for training,
• Produces a large group of Multi-talented athletes across all Events
The Club
Established 2007
• Approximately 130 members
• 13 coaches at various abilities and availability
• Vast majority of athletes under 14 years old
• Typical attendance 50 to 70
• Covers track & field disciplines, road running and cross country
• Social / Community orientated club
• Targets: All physical abilities and low income families
Current club sessions are:
• Wednesday 7-8pm (Road & Cross Country Running)
• Saturday AM covering the planned session using two sports halls,
fields & red gravel area.
• Sunday: optional running or events
365 Programme
365….. What is it?
As we see it…
Structured approach to developing and assessing the skills
and techniques of the athletes.
• 9 possible levels of achievement (only 1-6 are currently
being used at WSMJAC)
• Athletes are awarded certificates and badges when they
achieve each level
365 Programme
Club experiences… Our Learning Curve!!
• We started Level 1 in April
• Athletes and parents were briefed on 365 concept (handouts
given to parents)
• Activities and assessments incorporated into the normal
training, as far as possible.
• The first Level 1 certificates and badges awarded in July
365 Programme
Continued…
• Level 1 activities found to be too easy for the older and more
advanced athletes. It may be better for them to skip the lower
level, but we are currently assessing all athletes.
• Some of the youngest athletes (7 to 8 year old) struggle
initially with the balance / coordination activities but they
generally improve with additional coaching.
• Our perception: Level 1 is ideally suited for 7-9 year old.
365 Programme
Continued…
• The behavioural aspects can be a challenge (particularly for
some of the younger athletes).
• The knowledge that they are being assessed for 365
provides an incentive to improve.
• Behavioural: is a great tool for us to gain discipline in all age
groups and have the athletes focussed.
365 Programme
Continued…
• Major task: to record and document all the activities for the
athletes (The levels have 81 activities).
• Monitoring and training will become more complicated as
athletes progress to different levels.
• Athletes will have to be split into groups concentrating on
particular levels. This is a challenge for a small club with a
limited number of coaches.
• One person within the club needs to drive / coordinate 365.
365 Programme
Pros
• Provides structure for training
and assessment.
• Quickly identifies weaknesses
(which can then be addressed).
• Provides incentive to improve.
• Ensures all disciplines /
activities are covered.
• Activities can be varied.
• Focuses Coaching skills.
Cons
• Complicated and time
consuming to administer if not
broken down.
• Activities and assessment can
interfere with normal training, if
not carefully introduced by
coaches.
• Could place a burden on
coaches to assess each athlete,
if the coach has a large group.
365 Programme
How we do it….
• Firstly we went through trial & error !
• We now run our normal session in three groups, ages 7-8, 9-10&11-
16
• During the two hour session there is 20 minutes approx allocated
directly for the 365 programme for each age group.
• The coaches will also assess athletes, as a normal activity during
the full training session.
• The Club Official advises and logs what each group needs to cover.
The feed back from the coaches is also added to the log.
• A spreadsheet is updated and highlights what is required of each
athlete, showing us the required further training to achieve the level.
• The athletes who have reached the standard for their level, receive their badge and certificate (once a month we carry out a mini presentation)
• We are now undergoing the transition of assessing multiple levels through groups.
• The plan is to use the 20 minutes in groups of each Level v’s age.
• The coaches during the normal session will be approached by the assessor, who will then discuss athletes individual areas of performance within the athletes level. This is then written onto the manual document and later input onto the spreadsheet.
• Feedback/Discussions with athletes is carried out during the session.
The End…………Any questions?
365 Programme
365 Programme
What Aspects are covered / assessed?
• Physical Preparation: balance, coordination and agility
• Running for Speed: sprint technique, sprint starts, hurdles and
relay.
• Running for Distance: endurance technique
365 Programme
What Aspects are covered?
• Jumping for Distance: long jump and triple jump.
• Jumping for Height: high jump, vertical jump, pole vault.
• Throwing: shot putt, javelin (vortex etc), discus (pivoting
technique), hammer.