Matching and mirroring sequences
I can create a sequence with a partner that includes quality matching and mirroring movements on apparatus, ensuring flow and accurate timing.
Matching and mirroring sequences
I can create a sequence with a partner that includes quality matching and mirroring movements on apparatus, ensuring flow and accurate timing.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: quality matching and mirroring movements require performing with consistent control and extension on apparatus.
- Think: designing the sequence on apparatus requires careful planning to ensure flow and accurate timing.
- Connect: to ensure accurate timing throughout the sequence we must communicate with our partner and work together.
- Feel: committing to ensuring we have accurate timing throughout the sequence requires self-motivation.
Keywords
Mirroring - performing movements together while creating a mirror image of each other
Matching - perform exactly the same movements as a pair/group
Accurate timing - moving from one action to another without stopping
Common misconception
Pupils struggle to distinguish between a matching and mirroring movement. Pupils struggle to execute their movements simultaneously.
Encourage pupils to work with peers to check whether a movement is matching or mirroring. Pupils should work on communication to improve their synchronisation.
To help you plan your year 6 physical education lesson on: Matching and mirroring sequences, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 6 physical education lesson on: Matching and mirroring sequences, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Equipment
1 mat between two, 4 benches, 4 gymnastics tables, wallbars
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
