Run Jump Throw Wheel & More Summer Camp

Event Type: 

Event Date: Aug. 8, 2016 to Aug. 12, 2016

9:00am

Burnaby Central Track & Field Facility
Event Address: 
6011 Deer Lake Pkwy
Bunaby, BC V5G 0A9
Canada

About Run Jump Throw Wheel...
 
•Run Jump Throw Wheel (RJTW) is a national program developed by Athletics Canada that teaches fundamental movement skills and develops physical literacy
•Using track and field inspired games, activities and skill challenges led by instructors specifically trained to teach the fundamentals of running, jumping, throwing & wheeling
•Our goal is to provide a physical activity program that serves as a strong foundation for all sports. Run Jump Throw Wheel assists children in learning to move efficiently so that they grow into adults who are active, productive & healthy!
 
Camp activities...
 
•All activities are designed to teach fundamental movement skills using developmentally appropriate progressions to introduce and develop skills
•Skill consolidation done through games and skill challenges.
•In this 5 day camp, these skills and concepts are introduced through Track & Field based activities
•Participants then get to practice their new skills with other sports and activities that complement their skill development. Sports may include soccer, baseball, handball, touch football plus other athletic activities

 

Skills you will learn…

Running

•Starting technique
•Posture & body position
•Arm & leg action
•Hurdling
•Pacing
•Relays
 

Jumping

•Approach
•Take-Off
•Flight
•Landing

 

 

Throwing

•Preparation
•Building momentum
•Delivery
•Follow through & recovery

 

 

Wheeling

•Hand position & stroke
•Wheeling forwards & backwards
•Turning
•Stopping