Synchronised Partner Gymnastics: Matching and Mirroring Excellence
•Year 6
•Gymnastics
•Pre-arranged around hall in stations for circuit work
Alternative: Benches, mats, wall bars, ropes, climbing frames
Positioned around all apparatus for safe landings
Alternative: Crash mats for higher apparatus
Simple peer assessment criteria checklist
Alternative: Verbal feedback prompts
For rhythm and timing during sequences
Alternative: Tablet or phone with speakers
A connected series of gymnastics movements performed in order
Partners performing identical movements at the same time
Partners performing opposite movements to create a mirror effect
One person starts the movement, partner follows with delay
Both partners performing movements at exactly the same time
Smooth, continuous movement between gymnastics elements
Movements showing control, precision, extension and balance
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Technical vocabulary usage, clear communication of feedback
Counting movements in sequences, timing canon delays, measuring apparatus heights
Understanding balance and centre of gravity, forces in gymnastics movements
Choreography and artistic expression, visual composition of sequences
Rhythm and timing in sequences, synchronisation with partner
Cooperation, perseverance, giving and receiving feedback constructively
Move around hall to observe all apparatus stations, position for maximum visibility
Look for partnership dynamics, movement quality, safety awareness
Step in if safety compromised, partnerships struggling, or off-task behaviour
Use students to demonstrate good examples, show clear contrast between excellent and poor technique
Large gymnastics hall with apparatus stations, minimum 15m x 20m
Non-slip floor surface, all apparatus stable and secure
Stop signal established, first aid kit accessible, clear evacuation routes
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