Gymnastics 3 - Lesson 4

In Year 6 Gymnastics Lesson 4, students aim to create and perform a mirroring routine with a partner using various pieces of gymnastic apparatus. The learning objectives of this lesson are for pupils to be able to mirror their partner's movements, combine and link mirrored balances and travels, and create a pair routine that incorporates these elements. The success criteria involve pupils being able to execute these skills with control and coordination. The key vocabulary for the lesson includes terms such as 'travelling', 'balancing', 'routine', 'apparatus', 'control', 'linking', and 'mirroring'. To facilitate the lesson, equipment such as mats, benches, gym tables, and wall bars are required.

The lesson is structured with a warm-up, main activity, and cool-down. During the warm-up, pupils work in pairs to react quickly to their partner's hand movements, aiming for 20 successful high-fives. The main activity is divided into mirroring practice and apparatus mirroring routine. Pupils continue to work in pairs, performing mirroring actions from different starting positions, such as front support and plank. They are encouraged to communicate and coordinate with their partner to ensure movements are synchronized. Following this, pupils create a mirroring routine on the apparatus, integrating balances and travels, which they perform for their classmates. The cool-down consists of selected pairs showcasing their best routine while the rest of the class observes, offering a chance for reflection and discussion on the effectiveness and improvement of the routines performed.