Lesson 3: Climbing Variations/Hand holds/Foot holds

What does it me to have your center of gravity balanced?

How does body type effect your climibing?

Crimp
Bucket
Ball of foot
Heel
Lay back
Pinch
Bouldering
Vertical Climb

S1.M1.12: Applies movement concepts and principles (e.g., force, motion, rotation) to a variety of sport skills.

S2.M5.12: Analyzes and applies knowledge of rules, strategies, and etiquette in combative, individual, and team sports.

S5.M6.12: Works cooperatively with others to achieve common goals in a variety of physical activities.

ritical thinking and problem-solving skills are developed through analyzing climbing routes and planning movements, which can translate to standardized test problem-solving.

his unit provides an introduction to rock climbing, focusing on safety and fundamental skills. The purpose is to develop physical competence, risk management skills, and trust. DOK levels range from 1 (recalling equipment) to 3 (applying climbing techniques to solve a route problem).

Discuss the role of rock climbing in adventure tourism and outdoor recreation.

Connect climbing to concepts of overcoming challenges and personal growth, relevant across cultures.

Climbing is only for extremely strong people.

Climbing is inherently very dangerous.

Belaying is easy and doesn't require focus.

Provide varied climbing routes with different difficulty levels.

Offer alternative activities for students with physical limitations (e.g., knot-tying practice, equipment inspection).

Pair students with different skill levels for peer coaching.

Successfully complete a series of graded climbs.

Participate actively and safely in climbing sessions.