Apparatus Safety Skills Circuit
Essential skill-building activity teaching safe mounting, moving on, and dismounting from gymnastics apparatus
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About This Activity
Essential skill-building activity teaching safe mounting, moving on, and dismounting from gymnastics apparatus
Quick Info
low
18
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Gymnastics Benches
3-4
Gymnastics boxes/platforms
2-3
Safety Mats
8-12
Cones for station markers
12-15
Gymnastics Vaults
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Reception
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Low Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Extensive Equipment
Activity Type
Safety Skill
Skill Drill
Skills
Balance
Body Control
Coordination
Stability
Weather
Indoor Only
Values
Responsibility
Cooperation
Respect
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