Core Strength & Sequences
Gymnastics
•Year 4
•6 Lessons
This unit develops Year 4 students' understanding of how body control and core engagement underpin quality gymnastics work. Through progressive exploration of balances, rolls, and weight transfer, students discover that strength and grace work together to create flowing movement sequences. The emphasis on body awareness and smooth transitions prepares students for increasingly sophisticated compositional work whilst building physical literacy and confidence.
Lessons in This Unit
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we use our body weight to create graceful, controlled movements that flow from balance to travel?
Key Objectives:
- • Link balance and travel actions with given movements to perform a weighted bunny hop showing control and balance
- • Introduce and master the weighted bunny hop technique with proper form and safety
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can we create smooth, controlled sequences that combine balance and rolling movements safely?
Key Objectives:
- • To perform and hold an arabesque balance for 3 seconds with control
- • To execute a roll over the shoulder to knees with proper technique
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How does engaging our core muscles help us perform better gymnastics movements?
Key Objectives:
- • To identify and strengthen the core muscles that support front and side support positions
- • To participate effectively in a mini Tabata series to build core strength
Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can we use our core strength to create smooth, controlled transitions between static gymnastics positions?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop smooth transitions from front support to side support using core control
- • To maintain body tension and shape during static holds for 3 seconds
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can we use our bodies to create controlled balances and dynamic movements that show strength and coordination?
Key Objectives:
- • Develop controlled shoulder stands with proper tension and alignment
- • Progress cartwheel technique using sequential weight transfer
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can we combine different gymnastic elements to create a flowing sequence that tells a story through movement?
Key Objectives:
- • To combine all elements from the unit into one cohesive sequence
- • To perform smooth transitions between gymnastic actions