skills

• discrete skills


  distinct beginning and end point

  eg. kicking a footy
• serial skills


  combination of discrete skills in succession

  eg. gymnastics routine
• continuous skills


  no distinct beginning or end point

  eg. walking
• fine motor skills


  involve small muscles or muscle groups where accuracy and precision are required

  eg. throwing a dart
• gross motor skills


  involve large muscle groups or whole-body movements

  eg. running
• closed skills


  performed in a predictable or stable environment. the timing is controlled by the performer.

  eg. gymnastics routine
• open skills


  performed in an unpredictable or changing environment. the timing is influenced by external factors.

  eg. team sports
• fundamental motor skills


  running, throwing, kicking
• sports specific skills


  dribbling, shooting