Shoulder Balance with Creative Leg Shapes
Individual cool-down activity practicing shoulder balance technique with varied creative leg shapes for control and flexibility
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About This Activity
Individual cool-down activity practicing shoulder balance technique with varied creative leg shapes for control and flexibility
Quick Info
low
20
Minimum 10m x 10m to accommodate class with 2m spacing; larger space needed for bigger classes
Equipment Required
Gymnastics Mats
One per student (optional for comfort)
Visual aid poster
1 showing correct shoulder balance technique
Era Posters
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Calming
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Individual Practice
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Flexibility
Balance
Body Control
Activity Type
Cool Down
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Discipline
Respect
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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