Physical Education 

The students at Saltwater College have continued to be involved in various games, sporting and fitness activities in the school gym, oval, basketball courts and at Williamstown Beach over the last two weeks. Our prep students were introduced to tagging games, and our focus has been on running and dodging and following simple instruction and rules. Year One and Twos are being assessed on the Fundamental Motor Skills of running. Parents and students can see their own individual progress on School Box. Our year Three, Four, Five and Six's have been introduced to and revisited Cross-Country running. 

The PE Essential Agreement has been shared with all students, and this will support and guide our classes.

Year 5/6 Beach Program Our Year 5/6’s ventured to Williamstown Beach on Monday (21st and 22nd of February) to complete the first of three Beach Program Education sessions. A lot of fun was had, at both the Williamstown Swimming and Lifesaving Club’s pool, as well as in the beach on the days. Students took part in a range of activities including: beach safety, pool safety, correct use of boogie boards and rescue boards, swimming activities and beach flags. Below is a reflection from two of our students.

All the Year Sixes went to Williamstown Beach for our yearly beach program. We were split into groups based off our house colours. I really enjoyed doing the first session for the beach program.  My house (Gold) started with the nipper boards, and I really enjoyed it. We also did water safety, activities in the pool and sand activities. During the first day of the beach program, I learnt about how to survive rips that might occur. I also learnt about different animals that you might find at Williamstown Beach. I really enjoyed the first day of the beach program. I would say that the nipper boards were my favourite because it was fun to paddle into the ocean. I can’t wait for the rest of the programs.

By Kiara Thomas

In beach program I learnt how to use a surfboard and what position to start off with. I am proud that I went to beach program, because kids like me need to learn about CPR and where we are, example if we need to know what’s dangerous, we could find signs. During beach program I think I was an open minded because in the deep end I was normally scared to go further but instead I went further than I did last year. Next time my goal is to be a risk taker and do more challenging things!

By Noah FINAUGA

It is with great pleasure that we introduce you to our elected Year Six House Captains for 2022. Congratulations and well done to the following students who were elected:

Goolagong

Tahlia Elliott 

Josh Del Rosario

Goodes

Kiara Thomas

Shako Masudi 

Freeman

Arian Ray

Eva Combes

Vander kuyp

Chris Strigevsky

Branson Botha

Our Year Six Captains excitedly accepted their leadership badges during a special presentation at our last assembly, pledging to lead our school throughout 2022. We look forward to their contributions in supporting the Saltwater students and the wider community.

Our swimming captains for 2022 were presented with their badges. Congratulations to Nieke De Wet and Max Walsh. All the PE teachers are super proud of you both.

Over the next coming weeks, try outs and training will take place for the Grade 6 Summer Interschool Sports.  The grade 6 students will be competing against other schools within the district of Point Cook. The sports that students will be participating include Basketball, Volleyball, Tennis, Cricket, Softball and Rounders. We wish all the Grade 6 students competing the best of luck.

Cross Country

Optional Cross Country Training Program 2022

Week 1 Session 1:

Run/jog for 5 minutes without stopping. Focus on breathing through your nose and out through your mouth.

Week 1 Session 2:

Run/jog for 6 minutes without stopping. Focus on running a consistent speed the entire way.

Week 1 Session 3

Run/jog for 7 minutes without stopping. Focus on correct arm technique.

Week 2 Session 1:

Run 3 laps of the oval, sprint from goal post to goal post, then very slow jog from goal post to goal post. Focus on breathing and pumping your arms.

Week 2 Session 2:

Run for 8 minutes. Run fast for 1 minute, then jog for 1 minute. Continue this for the 8 minutes. Push yourself, stay focused and focus on good leg lift.

Week 2 Session 3:

Complete a continuous session for 10 minutes of:

10 Star Jumps

10 Burpees

10 Mountain climbers

10 squat jumps

10 walking lunges

10 side lunges

10 calf raises

Repeat exercises until 10 minutes is up

Week 3 Session 1:

Sprint 10 x 100M with a walk back in-between for recovery. Focus on pumping your arms, and keep eyes focused straight ahead. (If that was easy repeat the 10 x 100M sprint)

Week 3 Session 2:

Run continuously for 10 minutes. Focus on keeping your head still and run at an even pace.

Week 3 Session 3:

Core workout. Do all exercises for 45 seconds and have 15 seconds rest. Repeat these 3 times.

1. Plank
2. Russian twist
3. Crunch
4. Ankle tap
5. Walking plank

(If you do not know these exercises, please use your research skills to find out the correct technique)

Week 4 Session 1:

Run 5 laps of the oval. Focus on a strong start and a strong finish.

Week 4 Session 2:

Run for 15 minutes continuous at a consistent and steady pace. Focus on engaging your core and strong legs.

Week 4 Session 3:

See how long you can run for without stopping. Do not run any longer than 30 minutes. Focus on how your body is feeling throughout the run.

• Always stretch for 5-10 minutes before and after your training to make sure you warm up your muscles before you run and cool down your muscles after you run.
• If training at home find a training partner (adult supervision) to run with and to keep you company. If training at school, you may like to train with a friend.
• This is an optional training program for anyone who wants to improve their fitness level for the Saltwater cross country. The Year 3 /4 cross country is 4 April and the Year 5/6/7 cross country is 5 April.
• The most important thing is to enjoy your training as well as improving your fitness level.

We have some more exciting sporting events/activities this semester for our students to look forward to: 

Beach program 

Year Five- Monday 1st and 8th  March

Year Six- Tuesday 28th February, and 7th  March 

District Swimming Sports 

Friday 4th March

Athletics 

Year Three and Four 15th  March (back up 17th March) 

Year Five and Six 10th May (back up 12th May) 

Cross Country

Year Three/ Four 4th April

Year five / Six 5th April

District Summer Sports (Year Six)

30th March

From the PE Team