Creative Sequences & Partner Work
•Year 4
•Gymnastics
•Distributed around hall for floor work and apparatus stations
Alternative: Yoga mats or carpet tiles
Placed at corners for assessment grouping
Alternative: Coloured spots or markers
For timing apparatus setup challenges
Alternative: Phone timer or wall clock
For recording performances and assessment evidence
Alternative: Phone camera
A position where the body is supported by hands and feet with stomach facing down
A position where the body is supported by hands and feet with stomach facing up
A series of movements performed in a specific order
How partners work together in space - over, under, beside, mirroring
The smooth movement from one position to another
A curved shape created by the body, often over a partner
A shape where the body creates a bridge-like structure
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Counting holds in balance challenges, measuring sequence timing, exploring geometric shapes in positions
Understanding forces in balance, exploring gravity and support, investigating body systems during exercise
Creating flowing sequences like movement compositions, exploring spatial relationships as artistic elements
Cooperation and communication skills, building confidence, setting personal goals and challenges
Move around hall to observe all pairs, position for clear view of apparatus work
Partner cooperation, sequence development, safety awareness, confidence building
Step in if unsafe practices observed, provide support for struggling partnerships
Use confident child partnerships to model excellent work, demonstrate safety expectations clearly
Full hall space required, minimum 15m x 20m for apparatus work
Non-slip surface essential, mats positioned under all apparatus
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, apply first aid as needed, contact office if serious
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