KS1 & KS2 physical education curriculum

This unit introduces pupils to new mindfulness techniques that develop the learning they have already experienced in previous units focused on meditative balances. This unit really supports pupils to discuss and explain their feelings and emotions, understanding why it is important to use mindfulness techniques in order to combat negative emotions. Throughout the unit, a focus on how these techniques align with our overall health and well being is essential in supporting pupils to take ownership of leading a healthy active lifestyle.

1. Interpret music to create expressive movement
2. Create movement sequences to express emotions
3. Use mime to explore positive and negative emotions
4. Performing meditative balances incorporating mindfulness techniques
5. Combine and perform mime with meditative balances
6. Use mindfulness techniques to help manage emotions

• Pupils can identify changes in their heartbeat and breathing when they exercise.
• Pupils understand how exercise makes them feel both physically and mentally.
• Pupils understand what we mean by agility, balance and coordination.
• Pupils understand how to execute meditative balances.
• Pupils know why meditative balances can help us to focus and feel relaxed.
• Pupils understand the positive impact exercise has on their bodies.