Partner Gymnastics: Under, Over and Through Sequences
Gymnastics
•Year 5
•6 Lessons
This unit develops Year 5 students' ability to create sophisticated partner sequences using the 'under and over' theme, combining technical control with collaborative choreography. Students progress from fundamental partner rolling and shape-making to creating dynamic sequences where they travel over, under and around each other with precision and flow. The unit emphasises trust, communication and mutual support whilst advancing individual gymnastics skills to a higher level of technical excellence.
Lessons in This Unit
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we use momentum and precise body shapes to create smooth partner sequences?
Key Objectives:
- • Demonstrate controlled rolling over a partner in long pencil shape
- • Apply momentum effectively in forward and backward rolls to return to feet
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can we create strong, graceful shapes that support our partner's weight whilst maintaining perfect control?
Key Objectives:
- • To form strong arches and bridges with controlled body tension
- • To create a partner sequence involving supporting body weight on front and back
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can we create safe opportunities for others to travel over and under us while mastering advanced gymnastics skills?
Key Objectives:
- • Develop safe leapfrogging technique with control and precision
- • Create opportunities for partners to travel over and under using strong support positions
Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can we create flowing sequences with a partner that demonstrate contrasting dynamics and levels?
Key Objectives:
- • To work collaboratively with a partner to create travel sequences over and under apparatus
- • To demonstrate contrasting dynamics through varying speed and control in movements
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can we combine partner work and weight transfer to create quality gymnastic sequences?
Key Objectives:
- • To travel over a partner by taking weight on hands with control
- • To perform spinning movements from front to back support over a partner
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can we demonstrate technical excellence and clear shapes when performing gymnastic sequences for an audience?
Key Objectives:
- • To perform partner gymnastic sequences with good technique and seamless transitions
- • To demonstrate asymmetrical shapes and inversions with clarity and control