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Flying Fox – Curriculum Alignment (HPE Years 5–8)
This page maps the Flying Fox activity to the Australian Curriculum: Health and Physical Education (HPE). Teachers can print or save it as a PDF for lesson planning.
Overview
Activity: The Flying Fox is an instructor-controlled high adventure element that promotes confidence, trust and enjoyment through safe participation at height. Students experience controlled risk-taking in a secure environment managed by qualified instructors.
Key outcomes
- Develop confidence, balance and spatial awareness through dynamic movement at height.
- Apply safety awareness and follow instructions in a supervised adventure environment.
- Collaborate with peers and instructors to ensure smooth operation and teamwork.
- Recognise emotional responses to challenge and develop strategies for managing fear and excitement.
- Reflect on achievement, resilience and personal growth through participation.
Curriculum strands
- Movement & Physical Activity
- Personal, Social & Community Health
Mapped for Years 5–6 and Years 7–8. Suitable for confidence-building and resilience education.
Years 5–6
| Curriculum content description (HPE) | How the activity links | Sample session feature |
|---|---|---|
| Practise and apply movement skills in adventure and outdoor contexts (v9: AC9HP6M04) | Students develop balance and body control while participating safely in a flying fox experience. | Instructor-guided launch and landing; posture and grip instruction before descent. |
| Plan and practise strategies to promote personal and community health, safety and wellbeing (v9: AC9HP6P07) | Students follow clear safety directions, respect instructor guidance, and manage emotional regulation during challenge activities. | Safety briefing and reflective debrief on emotions and risk awareness. |
| Demonstrate ethical behaviour and fair play when participating in cooperative activities (v8.4: ACPMP069) | Students demonstrate respect, encouragement and patience while waiting and supporting peers. | Team-based encouragement and group observation tasks. |
| Apply critical and creative thinking to manage movement challenges (v8.4: ACPMP068) | Students identify personal strategies to overcome fear, build confidence and stay focused during the descent. | Personal goal setting and self-reflection exercise following the activity. |
Years 7–8
| Curriculum content description (HPE) | How the activity links | Sample session feature |
|---|---|---|
| Analyse and refine movement concepts in controlled environments (v9: AC9HP8M01) | Students analyse posture, body alignment and grip to maximise comfort and control during the descent. | Observation and instructor feedback on flight technique and posture. |
| Demonstrate and explain how physical activity contributes to emotional and social wellbeing (v9: AC9HP8P08) | Students explore how facing fears and taking safe risks can boost confidence, resilience and connection with peers. | Group reflection: managing fear and celebrating achievement together. |
| Plan and implement strategies for connecting to outdoor environments to promote wellbeing (v9) | Students understand the benefits of engaging with outdoor challenges for stress reduction and mental health. | Post-activity mindfulness and nature appreciation discussion. |
| Select, use and refine strategies to support inclusion, fair play and collaboration (Achievement standard link) | Students support one another through verbal encouragement and inclusive participation during the session. | Peer encouragement and shared celebration at the activity’s end. |
Teacher notes
Before the activity: Conduct a safety briefing outlining harness use, launch procedures and emotional readiness. Encourage goal-setting and supportive communication.
During the activity: Reinforce safety practices, peer encouragement and instructor communication. Allow for individual confidence building through repetition.
After the activity: Facilitate reflection on overcoming fear, teamwork and the importance of trust in supervised adventure settings.
This activity supports the Movement & Physical Activity and Personal, Social & Community Health strands for Years 5–8.
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