Group jumping sequences; turning, canon, unison, levels and direction
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create a jumping sequence in groups incorporating canon, unison and changes in level and direction on a variety of apparatus.
Key learning points
- Move: quality sequences demonstrate accurate fluidity between the jumps with control and extension on and off apparatus.
- Move: using changes in level and direction, canon and unison requires accurate timings and fluidity between the jumps.
- Think: knowing how to create the sequence with flow, including all the components, relies on careful planning.
- Feel: integrity enables us to strive to create a quality sequence including all the components.
- Connect: performing our jumping sequence with accurate timings in canon and unison requires trust and communication.
Keywords
Levels - creating movements and balances that are performed using different heights either on the floor or on apparatus
Direction - changing the course along which we are moving
Sequence - combination of controlled movements and balances that have been linked together in a particular order
Common misconception
As pupils add more and more elements to their sequences, the quality of their performance decreases. There may be issues with group dynamics as pupils work in bigger group sizes.
Stress the importance of only moving on to add another element to the sequence once all members of the group are ready to move on. Pupils may have to delegate a leader or be encouraged to listen to each other when working in bigger groups.
Teacher tip
Pupils may have to consider adapting their sequences when working with bigger groups so that all pupils can perform the jumps and movements. Some pupils may also take over all the decisions that are made in the group. Therefore, try to ensure that all voices within the group are listened to.
Equipment
1 mat between 2, 4 benches, 4 agility tables
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which of the following skills would help improve your timing when performing a sequence with a partner/group?
Q2.What should we try to avoid in our sequences?
Q3.If we always strive to create a high quality sequence we are showing ...
Q4.Which qualities are important when performing jumps in a sequence?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.If we continue to strive to create a high quality sequence, we are showing ...
Q2.When working as a group, which of the following skills is important in developing a high quality sequence?
Q3.Which of the following improves the quality of your sequence?
Q4.Which of these could we change within a sequence to improve the quality of our performance?
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To help you plan your 5 physical education lesson on: Group jumping sequences; turning, canon, unison, levels and direction, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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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