Standing Triple Jump

Develop coordination and jumping technique with the Standing Triple Jump. This 10.5m lightweight folding mat features take-off lines at 1m intervals and a graduated landing scale, enabling pupils to select an appropriate starting point and measure their performance. Supplied with an activity card and carrying bag.

Key benefits

• Take-off lines at 1m intervals allow pupils to choose an appropriate starting position

• Graduated landing scale makes performances easy to measure and compare

• Lightweight folding design supports convenient positioning and storage

• Provides a clearly defined surface for standing triple jump activities

• Suitable for PE lessons, indoor athletics training and competitions

• Supplied with an activity card and carrying bag

Educational value

• Supports the development of balance, coordination and explosive power

• Helps pupils learn the hop, step and jump movement sequence

• Encourages controlled take-off, landing and continuous movement

• Enables pupils to measure, record and compare their performances

• Supports numeracy through reading measurements and calculating distances

• Suitable for individual challenges, group activities and competitions

About athletics

• Athletics includes running, jumping and throwing disciplines

• Triple jump is a jumping event built around three linked phases: the hop, step and jump

• The standing version removes the approach run, helping pupils focus on coordination and technique

• Pupils begin from a suitable take-off line and complete the three movements continuously

• Standing triple jump activities can help develop balance, coordination, leg strength and controlled landing

Suggested uses

• Introducing pupils to the hop, step and jump sequence

• Developing balance, coordination and lower-body power

• Practising continuous jumping movements

• Measuring and comparing jumping distances

• Creating individual and team challenges

• Supporting PE lessons, Sportshall athletics and school competitions

Set-up and use

• Unfold the mat fully on a clean, level and suitable indoor surface

• Ensure the mat lies flat before beginning the activity

• Select a take-off line that allows the participant to land on the graduated measuring area

• Ask pupils to complete the hop, step and jump sequence continuously

• Measure the result using the graduated landing scale

• Fold the mat and return it to the carrying bag after use

Safety information

• Position the mat on a clear, clean and level surface

• Ensure the complete mat lies flat without folds or raised edges

• Keep the take-off and landing areas clear of unused equipment

• Allow one pupil at a time to complete the activity

• Provide sufficient space between participants waiting and the active jumping area

• Inspect the mat for wear or damage before every session

• Remove damaged equipment from use immediately

• Jumping activities should take place under appropriate supervision

What’s included

• 1 x Standing Triple Jump mat

• 1 x activity card

• 1 x carrying bag

Specifications

• Standing triple jump measurement mat

• Lightweight folding construction

• Graduated landing scale

• Take-off lines marked at 1m intervals

• Suitable for indoor athletics activities

• Suitable for ages 7 to 16 years

• Length: 10.5m