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      Locomotion: can you link a set of balances together to create a short sequence?

      Lesson details

      Learning outcome

      I can link a range of balances together with flow to create a short sequence.

      Key learning points

      1. Move: linking balances together with flow needs control and accuracy.
      2. Think: focussing throughout the sequence leads to a quality performance.
      3. Feel: trying hard to make our sequences flow shows self-belief.
      4. Connect: sharing our ideas with others needs respect and empathy.

      Keywords

      • Sequence - a set of movements or actions performed in a specific order

      • Flow - moving smoothly from one action or movement to the next

      • Empathy - understanding and sharing the feelings of others

      Common misconception

      A sequence is one balance performed after another.

      Sequences need to have linking moves for the balances to flow and for the sequence to look good.

      Equipment

      timer

      Content guidance

      Risk assessment required - physical activity

      Supervision

      Adult supervision required

      Licence

      This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2026), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0
      except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions
      (Collection 2).

      Lesson video

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      Prior knowledge starter quiz

      4 Questions

      Q1.
      What is an important part of a successful balance?

      wiggly arms
      moving fast
      loud voices
      Correct answer: pointed toes

      Q2.
      Which one of these will help us hold a balance completely still?

      lots of speed
      big jumps
      Correct answer: good concentration
      wiggly arms

      Q3.
      Why do we need self-belief when holding a balance?

      Correct answer: to keep trying
      to wobble more
      to go faster
      to shout loudly

      Q4.
      What do we show when we take turns and share our ideas?

      extra noise
      more rushing
      big jumps
      Correct answer: empathy

      4 Questions

      Q1.
      What do we need to link our balances together with good flow?

      strong muscles
      loud voices
      more speed
      Correct answer: control and accuracy

      Q2.
      Why do we need to concentrate for a whole sequence?

      to rush it
      to copy others
      Correct answer: for quality performance
      to look busy

      Q3.
      What does it show when we try hard to make our sequence flow smoothly?

      Correct answer: self-belief
      more rushing
      tiredness
      lack of control

      Q4.
      What do we show when we share our ideas with others?

      quick thinking
      Correct answer: respect and empathy
      determination
      professionalism

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