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Apparatus Shape Explorer

Students explore creating wide, narrow and curled shapes on different pieces of gymnastics apparatus

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About This Activity

Students explore creating wide, narrow and curled shapes on different pieces of gymnastics apparatus

Quick Info

moderate
24
15m x 12m minimum for apparatus stations

Equipment Required

Gymnastics Benches

4-6

Gymnastics Mats

8-12

Low gymnastics tables/boxes

2-3

Cones for boundaries

12

Low Gymnastics Boxes

As needed

Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 1

Suitable Sports

Gymnastics

Activity Tags

Features

Creative
Inclusive
Engaging

Space

Indoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Balance
Coordination

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Differentiation

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Weather

Indoor Only