The purpose of this study was to examine the possibility of applying the backward class design model to
physical education in elementary schools. Based on characteristics and structure of the backward class design
model, the model was applied to competitive activities, volleyball-type game in the sixth grade. Through
analyzing and recasting the curriculum, teachers were able to understand better the subject content. By
developing evaluative criteria, teachers are also able to consider the different traits of each student. In order
for ‘a lasting understanding', the key of the backward class design model, teachers became to interact with
the students. In comparison with existing models, the backward class design model is more effective in
making lesson plans specific and proceed systematically. For students, the backward class design model not
only allowed them to clearly recognize objectives and tasks of class, but also helped students to successfully
achieve the goals during class. The results also showed that the backward class design model has a great
possibility to be applied to physical education in elementary schools.