High Jump Basics: Learn the Fundamentals of High Jump Technique | High Jump Academy Video 2

Learn the basic fundamentals of high jump technique in Video 2 of High Jump Academy. In this video, we break down the key basics every beginner high jumper needs to understand before developing more advanced technique. This lesson is designed for young athletes, PE teachers, athletics coaches, students, and anyone learning how to high jump. In this video, we look at: • The key body positions in the high jump • How to prepare for takeoff • Why posture and rhythm matter • How the free knee helps create lift • Simple coaching points for beginner high jumpers • Common mistakes to avoid when learning the event This is Video 2 in the High Jump Academy series. High Jump Academy Series: Video 1: Introduction to High Jump Video 2: High Jump Fundamentals Video 3: The High Jump Approach Video 4: Advanced Takeoff Mechanics Video 5: Creating an Arch Video 6: The Competition Approach and Making Adjustments Watch the full playlist to learn the high jump step by step, from the basic technique through to the Fosbury Flop, approach rhythm, takeoff mechanics, bar clearance, and competition adjustments. This series is ideal for PE teachers introducing high jump in school, coaches working with beginner athletes, and students learning track and field events. Subscribe for more athletics coaching videos, high jump technique guides, and PE teaching resources. #HighJump #HighJumpTechnique #FosburyFlop #TrackAndField #Athletics #PE