S1 Physical Education

The concept of the game; basic rules; skills of shooting, passing, dribbling, footwork and movement, teamwork and tactics.

Module 1.2 – Gymnastics

Pupils are introduced to a wide range of movement and equipment. They are challenged to produce an individual sequence of movement and to work with partners and in groups. Emphasis is placed on quality of movement, invention and co-operation.

Module 1.3 – Cross Country Running

All are introduced to cross country running or jogging as an activity which promotes and maintains aerobic endurance and as an enjoyable competitive sport. Opportunities are given to compete in inter-house and intra-school, regional and national competitions.

Module 1.4 – Athletics

Pupils are introduced to throws, jumps & hurdles in P.E. classes. They can develop these skills further during the summer games programme, when there is also an opportunity to experience springing & middle distance running. Pupils have the option to measure individual performance and experience more specialized practice at after-school training sessions. There are athletics meetings and matches after school and some weekends. Opportunities are given to compete in inter-house, intra-school and regional and national competitions.

Module 1.5 – Health Related Fitness

In this course pupils learn about different components of physical fitness and how to test them. The course is both practical and theoretical and includes basic Anatomy, Physiology & Health