Partner Synchronisation: Mirror, Match and Contrast
Gymnastics
•Year 5
•6 Lessons
This unit develops students' ability to work collaboratively through sophisticated partner and group gymnastics, exploring the dynamic interplay between matching, mirroring and contrasting movements. The emphasis is on creative choreography and synchronisation skills that require high levels of communication, spatial awareness and aesthetic appreciation. Through progressive partner work, students learn to both lead and follow, building trust whilst creating visually striking sequences that demonstrate control, creativity and collaborative excellence.
Lessons in This Unit
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we create smooth, synchronized sequences with our partners using matching movements?
Key Objectives:
- • To perform matching moves with a partner within a sequence
- • To hold balances on different numbers of points of contact
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can we use contrasting movements and levels to create dynamic gymnastics partnerships?
Key Objectives:
- • To control an arabesque position with precision and balance
- • To contrast partner's movements using different levels and pathways
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can we create captivating gymnastics sequences that perfectly mirror our partner's movements?
Key Objectives:
- • To perform sequences mirroring a partner's symmetrical and asymmetrical shapes
- • To demonstrate understanding of mirroring in unison with a partner
Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can we create exciting gymnastics sequences that move smoothly between matching and contrasting movements with a partner?
Key Objectives:
- • To perform gymnastics sequences that transition between mirroring and contrasting movements
- • To demonstrate timing and synchronisation when working with a partner
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can we work together to create gymnastic sequences that demonstrate both unity and contrast?
Key Objectives:
- • Work as a group to demonstrate fluent routines involving mirroring and contrasts
- • Communicate and negotiate effectively to agree sequences as a group
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can we create spectacular group routines that showcase both unity and beautiful contrasts in timing?
Key Objectives:
- • To perform elements of unison and canon in a group gymnastics routine
- • To understand how to perform effectively in canon with precise timing