Gymnastics
•Year 1
•6 Lessons
This unit introduces Year 1 students to fundamental gymnastics concepts through systematic exploration of body shapes and rolling movements. The emphasis is on developing body awareness, spatial understanding, and movement control through playful shape-making and controlled rolling activities. Students build confidence in their physical capabilities while learning to move with intention and safety, establishing crucial foundations for future gymnastics learning.
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we create exciting wide shapes whilst keeping perfect control and balance?
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Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can we use our bodies to create amazing curled shapes and rolling movements?
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Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can I create smooth sequences using long, narrow shapes while staying in control?
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Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can we create smooth, controlled sequences that flow between narrow and curled body shapes?
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Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can we create beautiful movement sequences using different shapes at high and low levels?
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Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can we create exciting gymnastics sequences with a partner using different body shapes?
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