Creative Body Shapes and Partner Gymnastics
•Year 1
•Gymnastics
•Spread around hall perimeter for apparatus stations
Alternative: Carpet squares or yoga mats
Various heights for different level work
Alternative: Low boxes or blocks
Clear space around wall for safety
Alternative: Sturdy fence or playground equipment
Keep accessible for final activity
Alternative: Number cards 1-6
For timing apparatus setup challenges
Alternative: Phone timer or classroom clock
For capturing peer assessment dialogue
Alternative: Written observation notes
Small body parts used for balancing like fingertips, toes, or elbows
Large body parts used for balancing like back, tummy, or side
How high or low your body is - floor level, medium height, or high up
A series of movements that flow together smoothly
When both sides of your body look exactly the same
When the two sides of your body look different
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Counting contact points, timing sequences, symmetry and shape recognition
Balance and forces, centre of gravity, body systems during exercise
Creating symmetrical and asymmetrical patterns, design and composition
Teamwork, resilience when learning new skills, celebrating others' achievements
Move actively around the hall to observe all students, position centrally for demonstrations
Look for control and stability in balances, smooth transitions, positive interaction
Step in when safety is compromised, when students need encouragement, or when good examples need highlighting
Use students as demonstrators whenever possible, always show what you want to see, break complex skills into small steps
Large hall with high ceiling, minimum 15m x 10m clear space
Non-slip surface, mats secure and properly positioned
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, apply first aid if trained, seek medical attention if needed
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