Bench Flight Sequences - Along, Over, and From Apparatus
Progressive apparatus work where students explore and create sequences jumping along, over, and from gymnastics benches, incorporating take-off skills, flight shapes, and balance elements
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About This Activity
Progressive apparatus work where students explore and create sequences jumping along, over, and from gymnastics benches, incorporating take-off skills, flight shapes, and balance elements
Quick Info
high
24
Minimum 18m x 15m for multiple apparatus stations
Equipment Required
Gymnastics Benches
6-8 benches for class of 30
Safety Mats
15-20 mats (minimum 2 per bench station)
Jumping bars
6-8 bars (one per station)
Wall Bars
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 5
Year 9
Year 4
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Athletics
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Balance
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Equipment
Moderate Equipment
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
Indoor Only
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