Gymnastics 2 - Lesson 5

In Year 2's Gymnastics 2, Lesson 5, the aim is for pupils to hone their skills in rolling and strengthening balances. The lesson's success is measured by the children's ability to navigate across mats, perform various rolling techniques safely, and confidently bear weight on their hands. Key terms for the lesson include 'entrance', 'exit', 'balance', 'low level shapes', 'egg roll', 'log roll', and 'tuck roll'. The equipment required for this session includes 10 cones to mark a safe zone, 15 to 30 safety mats for gymnastics, and 2 bibs to identify 'taggers' during the warm-up activity.

The warm-up consists of a 10-minute 'Front Support Tag' game, where children practice avoiding taggers while moving safely around the area. If tagged, they must hold a front support position until another pupil crawls underneath them to set them free. The main activity spans 35 minutes, with mats laid out for pupils to practice various rolls such as the Log Roll, Egg Roll, Sideways Tuck Roll, and an Egg Roll with a knee (pre Teddy Bear Roll). They explore these shapes with partners, focusing on creating momentum and transitioning smoothly from one roll to another. The session concludes with a 10-minute cool-down, where pupils reflect on their performance and provide feedback to their partners using the key vocabulary learned throughout the lesson.