This unit builds Year 3 students' confidence in controlled spinning movements while introducing collaborative gymnastics through partner work. The focus shifts from individual skill development to creative expression through symmetrical and asymmetrical patterns, fostering both technical precision and artistic awareness. Through progressive partner challenges, students develop cooperation skills whilst maintaining individual excellence in gymnastic fundamentals.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Spinning Sequences on Patches
1h

Big Question:

How can we create smooth, controlled spinning sequences that flow beautifully from one patch to another?

Key Objectives:

  • • To create a sequence using different spins on three body patches (front, back, bottom)
  • • To perform smooth transitions between spinning movements with control

Lesson 2

Spinning & Transitions
1h

Big Question:

How can we create graceful spinning movements that flow smoothly from one to another?

Key Objectives:

  • • Create a sequence of spins on points at different levels with smooth transitions
  • • Walk like a giraffe demonstrating balance and control

Lesson 3

Symmetrical Spinning
45 min

Big Question:

How can we create beautiful shapes while spinning that show balance and control?

Key Objectives:

  • • To spin symmetrically and asymmetrically on points and patches
  • • To work safely at different levels during gymnastics sequences

Lesson 4

Partner Forward Rolls
1h

Big Question:

How can working with a partner improve our gymnastic sequences and help us create amazing symmetrical and asymmetrical patterns?

Key Objectives:

  • • To perform forward rolls with increasing control and precision
  • • To create sequences combining symmetrical and asymmetrical rolls with a partner

Lesson 5

Partner Formations
1h

Big Question:

How can we work together to create perfect synchronized movement sequences?

Key Objectives:

  • • To perform gymnastics movements in different formations with a partner
  • • To work in unison and synchrony with others

Lesson 6

Sequence Creation
1h 9min

Big Question:

How can we use symmetry and asymmetry to create dynamic and interesting gymnastic sequences?

Key Objectives:

  • • To create a sequence using a range of symmetrical and asymmetrical gymnastic moves
  • • To alternate between performing symmetrically and asymmetrically with control