Gymnastics 2 - Lesson 6

In the sixth lesson of the Gymnastics 2 series for Year 1, pupils are encouraged to develop their gymnastic abilities through a series of dynamic activities focused on springs, bounces, and jumps. The learning objectives are clear: students should be able to replicate, mirror, and create a small routine that incorporates these movements. The success criteria outline that by the end of the lesson, pupils will have reinforced their jumping techniques, be able to craft small combination jumps and performances, and explore different routines. Key vocabulary for the lesson includes terms like entrance, exit, jump, land, and low level shapes, which are essential for understanding the movements and instructions given during the session.

The lesson is structured with a warm-up, main activity, and cool down. Initially, the teacher sets up a safe zone with perimeter cones and revisits jumping styles from previous lessons, emphasising the technique of swinging arms and soft landings. Pupils are then invited to practice various jumping styles, such as jumping from two feet to one foot and vice versa. During the main 30-minute session, pupils use mats to experiment with different entrances, exits, and balances, and are encouraged to copy modelled jumps and shapes. They also work on creating sequences that include a combination of shapes and jumps, with a focus on smooth transitions. To conclude, a game of 'Fox and Rabbits' serves as a playful cool down, followed by a reflective period where pupils lie down, close their eyes, and consider what they have done well and how they can improve in future sessions.