Individual to Team Performance
•Year 5
•Gymnastics
•Arranged in rows around the hall with 2m spacing between
Alternative: Yoga mats or carpet squares
Used to mark mat boundaries and safe working areas
Alternative: Bean bags or markers
For drawing symmetry lines and sequence notation
Alternative: Large paper and markers
Optional for recording sequences and analysis
Alternative: Smartphone
When both sides of the body are doing exactly the same thing, creating a mirror image
Tight, controlled muscles that help maintain strong shapes and balances
Holding a still position steadily using different body parts for support
Moving from one place to another using controlled gymnastics movements
A series of gymnastics movements performed one after another in a planned order
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Symmetry and reflection, lines of symmetry, geometric shapes and properties
Forces and motion, balance and stability, body systems during exercise
Symmetrical patterns and designs, reflection and mirror images in artwork
Teamwork and collaboration, giving and receiving feedback, building confidence
Move around space to observe all students, position centrally for demonstrations
Watch for symmetry accuracy, balance quality, safe movement execution
Step in if students struggling with concept, unsafe practices, or negative partner dynamics
Use exaggerated symmetrical and asymmetrical examples, demonstrate all movements slowly first
Minimum 10m x 15m hall space, clear of obstacles and equipment
Clean, dry, non-slip surface suitable for gymnastics activities
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, apply appropriate first aid, contact school office if needed
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