Muscle Awareness Bouncing Explorer
Children learn to identify key jumping muscles while practicing controlled bouncing in multiple directions
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About This Activity
Children learn to identify key jumping muscles while practicing controlled bouncing in multiple directions
Quick Info
moderate
25
Individual spaces 2m x 2m per child
Equipment Required
Muscle diagram or poster
1
Court Diagrams
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Jumping
Balance
Body Control
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Skill Progression
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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