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Apparatus Counter Tension Challenge

Students apply counter tension principles to gymnastics apparatus, creating balances using equipment as opposition force rather than a partner, developing creativity and apparatus confidence

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About This Activity

Students apply counter tension principles to gymnastics apparatus, creating balances using equipment as opposition force rather than a partner, developing creativity and apparatus confidence

Quick Info

moderate
24
Full sports hall 20m x 30m minimum for 4-6 apparatus stations with safe spacing

Equipment Required

Gymnastics Benches

4-6 benches for stations

Gymnastics boxes/vaults

2-4 boxes of various heights

Wall Bars

2-3 sections if available

Low bars/parallel bars

1-2 if available

Gymnastics Mats

8-12 mats for apparatus landing zones

Boundary cones

20-30 for marking station zones

Stopwatch

1 for setup timing

Gymnastics Vaults

As needed

Dish Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7

Suitable Sports

Gymnastics

Activity Tags

Features

Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging

Space

Indoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Creating Space
Balance
Body Control
Coordination
Strength

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game
Fitness Activity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Weather

All Weather
Indoor Only