Movement: can you balance in different ways with an appreciation of the task?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can find safe ways to perform balances that are challenging, yet achievable for me.
Key learning points
- Move: maintaining equal weight distribution above the base of support ensures stability and balance.
- Move: holding your weight on your hands requires an engaged core to keep the body aligned and prevent strains.
- Think: holding your own weight on different body parts requires an analysis of safety and capability before attempting.
- Feel: repeated practice builds up confidence to try more complex balances.
- Connect: mirroring the balances you see on the screen and matching the timing require awareness.
Keywords
Balance - the ability to stay steady and not fall while moving or holding a position
Safety - protecting yourself and others from harm or danger
Mirror - to copy someone's movements as if you were their reflection
Common misconception
Perfect balance means not moving at all.
Balance is actually a constant series of tiny corrections. Your brain and muscles are in a non-stop conversation, making micro-adjustments to keep your centre of gravity over your base. This happens in static and dynamic balances.
Equipment
a safe space to perform different balances.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is the technical difference between a jump and a hop?
Q2.What does swinging your arms in preparation for a jump help build?
Q3.When performing a 'tuck jump,' which of these is a key part of the 'triple extension' needed to explode off the floor?
Q4.How might filming your performance help to improve your future performance?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is the difference between a 'point' and a 'patch' in gymnastics balances?
Q2.What must you do to stay steady in a 'static' balance?
Q3.What is essential for safety and stability when holding your weight on your hands (like in 'crow pose')?
Q4.When performing a balance, how does proprioception help you stay steady and maintain control?
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