Year 6 Gymnastics Activities
7 Units · 43 Lessons · 219 Activities
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Structured peer evaluation where students give specific feedback using dance vocabulary and the 2 stars and a wish format
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Structured cartwheel learning using A-B-C-D marker system for hand and foot placement
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Partners explore different ways to move together using gymnastics apparatus safely and creatively
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Creative exploration of jumping movements on, over, along and from various apparatus with focus on technique and safety
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Partners explore how gymnastics apparatus can enhance their mirroring movements with different levels and creative positioning
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Creative exploration of imaginative ways to mount and dismount gymnastics apparatus safely
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Students explore rolling movements on, across, and around low apparatus to create flowing sequences
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Groups create and perform sequences on gymnastics apparatus incorporating specific movement concepts while developing safety and cooperation skills
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Progressive skill-building sequence developing arabesque balance technique from basic to advanced
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Dynamic warm-up combining travelling movements with quick shape formation responses
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Calming partner activity focusing on balance, control and precise copying of asymmetric body shapes.
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Partners work together to stand up from sitting back-to-back without using hands
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Cooperative partner challenge requiring communication, timing and teamwork to stand from sitting position
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Partner cooperation challenge where pairs attempt to stand from seated position back-to-back without using hands.
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Progressive skill development for backward rolling technique from rocking to full backward rolls
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Progressive balance exploration challenging students to hold controlled positions on 1-5 body parts
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Pairs create flowing sequences linking multiple partner balances with smooth transitions
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Circuit-style activity where students rotate through different equipment stations (hoops, hurdles, cones) practicing specific balance movements including jumping, leaping and hopping with controlled landings
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Interactive quiz to assess understanding of counterbalance vs counter-tension concepts
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Creative sequence building combining controlled balances with rotation jumps
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Progressive apparatus work where students explore and create sequences jumping along, over, and from gymnastics benches, incorporating take-off skills, flight shapes, and balance elements
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Dynamic warm-up game where students move around the space and quickly form pairs or groups by touching specific body parts together in response to teacher calls
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Partner practice activity developing straight roll technique using dish and arch body shapes
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Students explore and understand the importance of body tension through demonstration and practice
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Year 6 Gymnastics
7 Units · 43 Lessons · 219 Activities
🤸
Structured peer evaluation where students give specific feedback using dance vocabulary and the 2 stars and a wish format
🤸
Structured cartwheel learning using A-B-C-D marker system for hand and foot placement
🤸
Partners explore different ways to move together using gymnastics apparatus safely and creatively
🤸
Creative exploration of jumping movements on, over, along and from various apparatus with focus on technique and safety
🤸
Partners explore how gymnastics apparatus can enhance their mirroring movements with different levels and creative positioning
🤸
Creative exploration of imaginative ways to mount and dismount gymnastics apparatus safely
🤸
Students explore rolling movements on, across, and around low apparatus to create flowing sequences
🤸
Groups create and perform sequences on gymnastics apparatus incorporating specific movement concepts while developing safety and cooperation skills
🤸
Progressive skill-building sequence developing arabesque balance technique from basic to advanced
🤸
Dynamic warm-up combining travelling movements with quick shape formation responses
🤸
Calming partner activity focusing on balance, control and precise copying of asymmetric body shapes.
🤸
Partners work together to stand up from sitting back-to-back without using hands
🤸
Cooperative partner challenge requiring communication, timing and teamwork to stand from sitting position
🤸
Partner cooperation challenge where pairs attempt to stand from seated position back-to-back without using hands.
🤸
Progressive skill development for backward rolling technique from rocking to full backward rolls
🤸
Progressive balance exploration challenging students to hold controlled positions on 1-5 body parts
🤸
Pairs create flowing sequences linking multiple partner balances with smooth transitions
🤸
Circuit-style activity where students rotate through different equipment stations (hoops, hurdles, cones) practicing specific balance movements including jumping, leaping and hopping with controlled landings
🤸
Interactive quiz to assess understanding of counterbalance vs counter-tension concepts
🤸
Creative sequence building combining controlled balances with rotation jumps
🤸
Progressive apparatus work where students explore and create sequences jumping along, over, and from gymnastics benches, incorporating take-off skills, flight shapes, and balance elements
🤸
Dynamic warm-up game where students move around the space and quickly form pairs or groups by touching specific body parts together in response to teacher calls
🤸
Partner practice activity developing straight roll technique using dish and arch body shapes
🤸
Students explore and understand the importance of body tension through demonstration and practice
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