PaceSetter Book

IFTA Agility Challenge 11

Standing Triple Jump Description A hop, step and jump from a standing position. The triple jump mat has take off lines at metre intervals. The athlete starts their jump from the line that enables them to land on the Graduated landing scale. WEB COPY ©EVEQUE Equipment • An IFTA approved Standing Triple Jump Mat

Rules • A one footed take off starts a hop, step and jump sequence that must be correctly performed. • The young athlete may crouch or rock before the jump but the leading front foot must not break contact with the ground before the start of the jump (this does not apply to the back foot). • Measurement is from the take off line to the back of the closest heel on landing of the jump. • The young athlete may step forward after the jump, however any step back or touching of the mat behind the feet is a no jump . • Each young athlete is allowed one trial jump to enable him or her to nominate a starting point in agreement with the Judge. Tips For young athletes: Those who find the sequence difficult to learn the following technique is useful: • Hold the free leg to make the hop then let go of this leg and step on the opposite foot, then jump to land on both feet. For judges: • Place a finger on the scale where the young athlete lands then read the result. WEB COPY ©EVEQUE

Safety • Keep landing area away from obstructions such as walls. • Avoid water or dirt on surfaces.

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