Mastering Counter Balance and Tension Through Partner Gymnastics
•Year 6
•Gymnastics
•Placed in central hoop or designated area
Alternative: Small balls, scarves, or other retrievable objects
Distributed around apparatus stations
Alternative: Carpet squares for floor work areas
Set up in circuit format around hall perimeter
Alternative: Benches, boxes, wall bars, ropes
For timing apparatus setup challenges
Alternative: Timer app on device
For capturing peer assessment moments
Alternative: Tablet or smartphone
Performing the same movements one after another in sequence, like an echo
Partners use each other's weight to maintain balance, pulling away from each other
Partners create balance by pushing against each other with equal force
Smooth, controlled movements that connect one balance to the next
Body shapes or partner positions that are not the same on both sides
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Technical vocabulary development, clear communication in feedback, following and giving instructions
Counting for timing, angles in body positions, measuring balance hold durations
Forces and balance, gravity and counter-forces, body systems working together
Cooperation and partnership skills, giving and receiving feedback, building confidence and resilience
Central position with clear view of all working pairs, circulate during practice
Watch for balance quality, partner cooperation, correct technique, and safe practice
Step in for safety concerns, technique correction, or partnership difficulties
Use confident students for demonstrations, emphasise key teaching points clearly, show techniques slowly for clarity
Large hall with minimum 15m x 20m clear working area
Clean, dry, non-slip surface suitable for gymnastics activities
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, apply first aid if trained, seek medical support if needed
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