Flight & Apparatus Sequences
•Year 6
•Gymnastics
•Place one strip under each apparatus station
Alternative: Crash mats or safety mats
Arrange in height progression from low to high
Alternative: Benches, low vault boxes
Position at different heights using legs/supports
Alternative: Low beam, balance bench
Place beyond apparatus for distance challenges
Alternative: Markers, bean bags
To get down from apparatus in a controlled and safe manner
A landing position with bent knees, arms forward, as if sitting on an invisible chair
Gymnastics equipment used for performing skills, such as benches, boxes, and tables
Being able to manage your body position and movement with precision
How high something is from the ground
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Vocabulary development, descriptive language for movements, following and giving instructions
Estimating and measuring heights of apparatus, counting successful attempts, understanding angles in landing position
Forces involved in jumping and landing, gravity effects, balance and equilibrium principles
Risk assessment and decision-making, building confidence, supporting others, personal responsibility
Move around apparatus stations to observe all groups, position centrally during demonstrations
Watch for correct magic chair technique, appropriate equipment selection, safe climbing and dismounting
Step in immediately for unsafe height selection, poor technique, or lack of confidence
Always demonstrate magic chair position clearly, show different apparatus heights, emphasise safety principles throughout
Large hall or gymnasium with minimum 15m x 12m clear space for apparatus stations
Non-slip, even floor surface clear of obstacles and hazards
Stop activity immediately, assess injury severity, provide appropriate first aid, call for medical assistance if needed
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