Gymnastics Action Circuit
Circuit warm-up where students perform different gymnastics actions on mat strips to prepare bodies and review technique
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About This Activity
Circuit warm-up where students perform different gymnastics actions on mat strips to prepare bodies and review technique
Quick Info
moderate
24
15m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Gymnastics Mats
12-16 (3-4 strips of 4 mats each)
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Skill Progression
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Skills
Flexibility
Balance
Body Control
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Discipline
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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