Parkour and fundamental techniques
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can perform and link together a range of vaults over obstacles showing control and fluidity.
Key learning points
- Move: linking step vaults and lazy vaults smoothly requires technical skill, body control and awareness.
- Move: vaults are performed with a fluid, smooth and continuous motion.
- Think: being confident performing step vaults and lazy vaults is essential before attempting a thief vault.
- Feel: resilience is built through attempting skills you've never tried before and embracing challenges.
- Connect: minimising risks using constructive feedback and teamwork enhances technique.
Keywords
Vault - a technique used to quickly and efficiently clear an obstacle, typically by using the hands to assist the body over it
Thief vault - a dynamic and smooth movement used to pass an obstacle quickly by enabling a smooth exit and carrying speed
Fluid - a style of motion that is smooth, continuous and efficient, without unnecessary pauses or jolts
Common misconception
Pupils often take-off with the wrong foot when performing the thief vault or they take-off too close to the obstacle.
Work on take-off in isolation, focusing on taking-off with the outside foot and ensuring there is enough space between them and the obstacle to ensure continued flow through the vault.
Teacher tip
Do not attempt the thief vault unless pupils are competent in the step vault and the lazy vault. If pupils lack confidence, revisit the year 6 parkour unit prior to accessing these lessons.
Equipment
4-5 benches, 4-5 obstacles (boxes/gymnastics tables)
Content guidance
Additional qualification required
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which word do we use when we travel over an obstacle using hands and legs?
Q2.How can we help each other to learn new skills?
Q3.Which attribute will help us when learning a new skill and finding it difficult?
Q4.Which word describes linking movements seamlessly?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.With what sort of action should vaults be performed?
Q2.How can we minimise risks and develop good technique when working with others?
Q3.Which hand do you place on the obstacle first when performing a thief vault?
Q4.Which leg should swing over the obstacle first when performing a thief vault?
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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.
Our video is a tool for planning, showing how other teachers might teach the lesson, offering helpful tips, modelled explanations and inspiration for your own delivery in the classroom.
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