Jump, roll, balance on apparatus
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create a sequence that flows in the pattern, jump, roll and balance on the apparatus.
Key learning points
- Move: quality sequences are performed silently, with pointed fingers and toes, control, flow and a range of apparatus.
- Move: quality balances are held still at the end of the sequence and performed using a range of different body parts.
- Think: making decisions about the best apparatus to use to allow for flow shows imagination and reflection.
- Feel: consistently trying our hardest when creating our sequences shows courage, which helps us to continually improve.
- Connect: showing empathy means providing and listening to thoughtful encouragement to help each other try new ideas.
Keywords
Silent - making no sound when moving and balancing, demonstrating control of the body
Pointed - extending the fingers and toes
Still - balances are held completely still, with no movement at all
Common misconception
The body is only balanced when it is still. Pupils find it difficult to balance still.
The body is always balancing whether it is still or moving (static and dynamic balances), but focusing on stillness allows pupils to show control in a static balance and feel stable. Try focusing on a fixed spot ahead of you to help keep still.
Teacher tip
This lesson uses the apparatus without zones because it can improve creativity by allowing pupils to select where they want to work. However, if it helps with class management, use zoned areas and rotate groups. Allow pupils to work in 2's or 3's, so no one is left out.
Equipment
mats, benches, gymnastics tables, climbing frames or wall bars
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is apparatus?
Q2.How do we stay safe on the apparatus?
Q3.What do we call movements that are performed correctly?
Q4.What do we call 2 or more actions performed one after another?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.How long should we hold a quality balances still for?
Q2.How do we continually improve our actions and sequences?
Q3.Why do gymnasts perform silently?
Q4.What do we show when we give kind feedback to others?
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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