Track and Field is a multidimensional discipline that transcends across all the sciences. For our students, future teachers and coaches to be fully equipped and prepared for this continuous modernizing world, it is of paramount importance that their preparation contributes to the individual’s holistic development where they will display their multifaceted skills, utilizing them in their respective areas. Jamaica’s prowess in athletics to date has been in the track events which has been the premiere sporting discipline in Jamaica since the London Olympics in 1948. It has brought us numerous successes both regionally and globally. To continue our progress to greater success, a solid foundation must be laid for the continuous success in these disciplines.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces students to the safety precautions, competition rules, the teaching progressions and techniques in all track events. Students will also learn and execute the basic techniques associated with these events.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces students to the safety precautions, competition rules, the teaching progressions and techniques in all track events. Students will also learn and execute the basic techniques associated with these events.