Creative Group Balance Laboratory
An exploratory activity where groups experiment with creating and holding various group balances using different levels and formations
Unlock the Complete Activity Library
Sign up free to access unlimited activities, complete instructions, and your personal locker.
What's included
- Complete activity instructions & timing
- Equipment lists & alternatives
- Variations & progressions
- Teaching tips & safety considerations
No credit card
Free forever
About This Activity
An exploratory activity where groups experiment with creating and holding various group balances using different levels and formations
Quick Info
moderate
24
15m x 12m minimum
Equipment Required
Gymnastics Mats
8-10
Balance inspiration cards
1 set per group
Timer or stopwatch
1-2
Camera or recording device
1
Cards
As needed
Timer
As needed
Video Device
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Creative Expression
Skill Game
Skills
Team Play
Balance
Body Control
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
Related activities
Similar activities for the same sport
- Rolling Sequence CreationChildren create and practice their own sequences of curled movements and rolling patterns
- Synchronized Roll Sequence CreatorGroups of four collaborate to create and perform synchronized rolling sequences with transitions and dynamics
- Champion Shape ChallengeStudents create and hold balanced shapes on different body parts, developing balance, core strength and creativity
- Group Sequence Creation ChallengeGroups collaborate to create and practice gymnastic sequences with specific required elements
- Partner Counter Balance CreationCollaborative activity where pairs create synchronized counter balance sequences using principles of mutual support
- Sequence Builder ChallengeStudents create and perform 4-element gymnastics sequences with clear start and finish shapes
- Sequence Building ChallengeProgressive activity where students create movement sequences incorporating on, off and over concepts
- Back-to-Back Stand ChallengeCooperative partner challenge requiring communication, timing and teamwork to stand from sitting position