PENERAPAN PENDIDIKAN JASMANI BAGI ANAK SMP WESLY MEDAN

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pelaksanaan pendidikan jasmani olahraga di SMP Wesly serta peranannya dalam meningkatkan kesehatan, keterampilan gerak, dan sikap sosial siswa. Penelitian dilakukan selama dua hari dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif. Data diperoleh melalui observasi langsung di lapangan, wawancara dengan guru penjas, serta dokumentasi kegiatan pembelajaran. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pendidikan jasmani di SMP Wesly tidak hanya berfokus pada aspek keterampilan motorik, tetapi juga menekankan pembentukan sikap disiplin, kerjasama, dan sportivitas siswa. Selain itu, aktivitas pembelajaran yang bervariasi seperti permainan, senam, dan olahraga tradisional terbukti mampu menumbuhkan minat siswa untuk aktif bergerak. Kendala yang ditemukan dalam pelaksanaan adalah keterbatasan sarana olahraga dan perbedaan tingkat kemampuan fisik siswa, namun guru berusaha mengatasinya dengan strategi pembelajaran yang kreatif dan adaptif. Secara keseluruhan, pendidikan jasmani di SMP Wesly memiliki kontribusi penting terhadap perkembangan fisik, mental, dan sosial siswa, serta mendukung tercapainya tujuan pendidikan secara menyeluruh.

This study aims to examine the implementation of physical education at SMP Wesly and its role in improving students’ health, motor skills, and social attitudes. The research was conducted over two days using a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through direct observation in the field, interviews with physical education teachers, and documentation of learning activities. The results show that physical education at SMP Wesly not only focuses on motor skill development but also emphasizes the formation of discipline, cooperation, and sportsmanship among students. In addition, various learning activities such as games, gymnastics, and traditional sports were proven to increase students’ interest in being physically active. The main challenges identified were the limited sports facilities and differences in students’ physical abilities; however, teachers addressed these issues by applying creative and adaptive teaching strategies. Overall, physical education at SMP Wesly contributes significantly to the physical, mental, and social development of students, as well as supporting the achievement of holistic educational goals.