Lesson 2: Vertical Movement & 3 Points of Contact
Duration of Days: 1
Lesson Objective
Students will move vertically while maintaining "three points of contact" at all times to ensure stability.
What are some techniques that a person can use to ensure safety and success on the rock wall?
Three points of contact
Center of gravity
Static Movement
Standard 1: Develops a variety of motor skills.
(DOK 2) How does shifting your hips closer to the wall change the amount of work your forearms have to do?
Students learn to manage fear, build trust in equipment, and develop "grit"—the ability to persist when a solution isn't immediately obvious. Physically, it develops functional grip strength and "core-to-extremity" power, which are essential for manual tasks and injury prevention in daily life.
Students lack of interest or perceived abilities
Adjustments of safety equipment.
Students will be able to explain the importance of the 3 points of contact and safety.
Certified auto-belay system
Climbing Harness
Athletic shoes
Carabiners
Visual Aids