
A-Level PE – Skill Acquisition: Lesson 3
Continuity & Pacing Continuums (Discrete–Serial–Continuous + Self/Externally Paced)**
This complete lesson explores two essential A-Level PE skill continuums: Continuity and Pacing. Through clear explanations, applied examples and exam-focused tasks, students learn how to accurately classify skills and justify their reasoning using AO2 and AO3 language.
Perfect for OCR, AQA, Edexcel and WJEC courses, this lesson includes a high-quality PowerPoint and a fully matched student notes booklet to support structured learning and independent study.
✔ Lesson 3 Covers:
Discrete, Serial and Continuous skills
Self-paced vs Externally-paced skills
How to classify skills using reasoning (not guesswork)
Real sporting examples across multiple activities
How pacing and continuity influence coaching and practice
Exam preparation through short and extended questions
Included in this download:
- PowerPoint Presentation – Lesson 3: Continuity & Pacing
Clear, visually engaging slides featuring:
Definitions and diagrams
Skill-sorting activities
Applied examples (running, gymnastics, swimming, tennis, etc.)
Teacher prompts and discussion points
Misconception corrections
Exam-style questions
- Student Matching Notes (Word Document)
A structured booklet that mirrors the PowerPoint slide-by-slide, including:
Guided note sections
Classification tables
Applied sporting tasks
Justification questions (AO3 focus)
Extension activities
Exam-style questions (2, 3 and 6 marks)
Plenary and exit ticket
Why this resource works:
Builds deeper understanding beyond simple definitions
Teaches students how to justify their classifications with reasoning
Supports stronger AO2 and AO3 performance early in the course
Flexible for whole-class teaching, independent work or homework
No planning required — everything is included
Ideal for:
A-Level PE teachers delivering Skill Acquisition
Students who need structured support to understand classification
Departments wanting consistent, exam-focused delivery
Part of the Complete Skill Acquisition Series
Lesson 3 follows naturally from Lesson 2 (Gross/Fine + Open/Closed) and prepares students for Lesson 4 (Difficulty & Organisation).
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