11 Performance Rugby
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Richie Folomu.
Students will attend 11PFR 4 hours per week. The lessons will consist of both practical and classroom based learning where they will be introduced to concepts to help understand;
- Body structure and function in the performance of rugby.
- Concepts involved in participation and performance in rugby.
- How health and well-being relate to and are influenced by rugby.
- Knowledge of movement, skills and technique in rugby.
- Self-management skills during fitness training and skill development practices.
- Interpersonal Skills through rugby activities.
These concepts will be taught through the following units of work in a Rugby context-
- Apply movement strategies in Rugby and Rugby sevens.
- Biophysical impacts on performance. This involves investigating human anatomy, biomechanics and exercise physiology in relation to better improving Rugby skills.
- Socio-cultural impacts on participation unique to NZ Aotearoa. This involves students discussing the various impacts of society on their participation levels and choices.
- Applying strategies to demonstrate kotahitanga. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate interpersonal skills contributing to kotahitanga (unity).
Prerequisites
Students apply to the Director of Rugby with a Pathway through the Year 9 and 10 Rugby Academy (10RU1).
Year 10 Physical Education (10PE1) MERIT for Personal/Social Responsibility.
OR HoD approval
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
*11PFR* - Supplementary costs: Approx $45
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 5 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 5 credits.
External
NZQA Info