Points and Patches Spinning Exploration
Students explore spinning on different body parts (points and patches) while developing understanding of levels and controlled rotation
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About This Activity
Students explore spinning on different body parts (points and patches) while developing understanding of levels and controlled rotation
Quick Info
moderate
20
Minimum 12m x 12m for class of 20, ideally 15m x 15m+
Equipment Required
Gymnastics mats (optional)
4-6 for students wanting softer surface
Visual prompt cards (optional)
1 set showing points/patches examples
Gymnastics Mats
As needed
Cards
As needed
Visual vocabulary cards
2 sets (points/patches examples)
Level markers
3 (low/medium/high reference)
Demonstration mat
1
Sun Markers
As needed
PE Equipment
As needed
Visual prompt cards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Differentiation
Individual Practice
Skill Progression
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Creating Space
Balance
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Warm Up
Weather
Indoor Suitable
All Weather
Indoor Only
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