Collaborative Gymnastics: Synchronised Group Sequences and Performance
•Year 6
•Gymnastics
•Set up before lesson, ensure safe spacing between apparatus
Alternative: Benches, mats, wall bars if available
Place in corners for assessment activity
Alternative: Coloured spots, bean bags
For timing apparatus setup challenge
Alternative: Phone timer, wall clock
For recording performances and assessment evidence
Alternative: Phone camera
Body shapes where left and right sides are different
Performing movements at exactly the same time
Performing the same movement but starting at different times
Movements that connect one position to another smoothly
Demonstrating control, confidence and artistic expression
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Performance skills, audience awareness, descriptive vocabulary for movement quality
Symmetry and asymmetry concepts, timing and counting in sequences, spatial awareness and geometry
Forces and balance, muscle and skeleton function, coordination and control systems
Self-confidence, teamwork, perseverance, celebrating achievements, goal setting
Move continuously between groups, prioritising apparatus stations during main activity
Quality of movement, group cooperation, safety awareness, individual confidence levels
Step in when safety concerns arise, when groups struggle with collaboration, or when individuals need confidence support
Demonstrate: Use students to show excellent examples, emphasise key teaching points through visual examples, maintain high energy and enthusiasm
Large hall space minimum 15m x 12m for apparatus and group work
Non-slip surface, clear of obstacles, apparatus areas properly matted
Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required
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