Spinning Points Exploration Challenge
Creative exploration of spinning movements using different body points (hands, feet, knees) at various levels to develop control and coordination
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
Creative exploration of spinning movements using different body points (hands, feet, knees) at various levels to develop control and coordination
Quick Info
moderate
20
12m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Gymnastics Mats
10-15
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Self Assessment
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skills
Balance
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
Related activities
Similar activities for the same sport
- Points and Patches Body ExplorationChildren explore balancing on different body parts to understand points (small areas) versus patches (large areas)
- Rolling Sequence CreationChildren create and practice their own sequences of curled movements and rolling patterns
- Asymmetrical Spinning ExplorationCreative exploration of spinning movements while maintaining asymmetrical body shapes on different points and patches12 min
- Gymnastics Sequence BuilderCreative activity where students design and perform gymnastics sequences incorporating specific skills with apparatus adaptation
- Gymnastics Shape JumpsCreating and holding clear body shapes whilst jumping to develop air awareness and control
- Pencil Rolling with Shape ChangesChildren practice controlled rolling while changing body shapes from star to pencil to egg shapes
- Points and Patches Spinning ExplorationStudents explore spinning on different body parts (points and patches) while developing understanding of levels and controlled rotation
- Roll and Link ChallengePractice rolling movements and linking them smoothly to balances or other positions