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This unit introduces Year 3 students to the fundamental gymnastics concepts of symmetry and asymmetry, developing their ability to create and control contrasting body shapes with precision and flow. Through progressive exploration - from floor work to apparatus - students discover how these geometric principles transform into expressive movement sequences. The emphasis on aesthetic quality and storytelling through shape elevates technical gymnastics skills into creative physical expression.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Introduction to Symmetry
45 min

Big Question:

How can we create beautiful symmetrical movements and balances that mirror each other perfectly?

Key Objectives:

  • • To understand what symmetry means in gymnastics
  • • To create symmetrical movements and balances individually and with a partner

Lesson 2

Introduction to Asymmetry
45 min

Big Question:

How can we create excellent asymmetrical movements and balances that tell a story through our body shapes?

Key Objectives:

  • • Apply 'excellent gymnastics' when exploring movements and balances asymmetrically
  • • Understand the difference between symmetrical and asymmetrical body shapes

Lesson 3

Symmetrical Balances on Apparatus
45 min

Big Question:

How can we create excellent symmetrical balances with our partners and move out of them with perfect flow?

Key Objectives:

  • • To create symmetrical balances with a partner on apparatus
  • • To develop controlled movements out of balances using the concept of flow

Lesson 4

Symmetrical Balance Sequences
50 min

Big Question:

How can we create excellent gymnastics sequences that flow beautifully from symmetrical balances?

Key Objectives:

  • • Execute symmetrical balances on apparatus with precision and control
  • • Develop smooth transitions and movements flowing out of balances

Lesson 5

Balance Sequences: Sym & Asym
45 min

Big Question:

How can we create flowing sequences that combine excellent symmetrical and asymmetrical balances to tell a story through movement?

Key Objectives:

  • • To complete sequences combining symmetrical and asymmetrical balances on apparatus
  • • To develop flow and creativity in transitional movements between balances

Lesson 6

Symmetry and Asymmetry Performance
45 min

Big Question:

How can we create and perform gymnastics sequences that showcase both symmetrical and asymmetrical balances with excellent flow and technique?

Key Objectives:

  • • Perform completed sequences with symmetrical and asymmetrical balances linked with excellent movement quality
  • • Apply peer assessment skills to evaluate gymnastics performances using specific criteria