Agility

What it could look like:

• Changing direction when playing games
• Dodging and evading opponents when playing games

Pre-foundational - Stage 0

I have the potential to learn through movement and physical activity.  At this stage I have limited movement capability and require support.

Foundation & Exploration - Stage 1

Establishes and explores how the body moves and changes direction.

• Moving forwards, backwards, and side to side
• Playing tag, trying to evade a tagger

Acquisition & Accumulation - Stage 2

Accumulates and develops the necessary agility to change direction, and/or body position, with increased proficiency in a variety of movement and physical activity.

• Changing direction quickly e.g. negotiating agility poles
• Side stepping an opponent

Consolidation & Mastery - Stage 3

Optimises agility to meet the demands of participation in diverse movement and physical activity.

• Changing direction with speed, balance and control
• Changing your body position in response to the quick movements of an opponent

Transfer & Empowerment - Stage 4

I am empowered by movement and physical activity.  I continually transfer my skills, knowledge and feelings to different movement and physical activity contexts.  I use combinations of elements from all four domains, and apply my learnings through movement and physical activity to other aspects of my life.

• Being an accomplished tennis player, you know that determination and regulating your emotions is an important part of the game.  To complement your cardiovascular fitness you complete gym sessions several times a week as you know building muscular strength is an important factor in preventing injuries.  You enjoy the physical and mental demands of tennis and decide to further your knowledge by taking part in a coaching course. You hope to influence the culture of your tennis club by becoming a coach and being a role model for others.