KS2 · Physical education · Year 3
Changes in level and direction to create sequences in groups using apparatus
Gymnastics: movements, balances and sequence composition
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Your learning goal
I can work as part of a group to create a sequence that links a variety of quality movements, balances, changes of level, and changes of direction on a range of apparatus.
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Changes in level and direction to create sequences in groups using apparatus: slides adapted from the imported teaching text; recall questions created from its keywords, learning points and common mistakes. Self-check practice, with no automatic grading or XP. Answers stay on this page and are cleared when you leave.
What you’ll learn
I can work as part of a group to create a sequence that links a variety of quality movements, balances, changes of level, and changes of direction on a range of apparatus.
Key learning points
- Move: quality movements and balances must be executed with control, extension and without stopping to allow for flow.
- Think: creating a sequence in groups requires decision making regarding apparatus, changes in level and direction.
- Think: evaluation and reflection are essential when rehearsing sequences to ensure accurate timings in the performance.
- Feel: taking the lead in a group requires the confidence to take responsibility for coordinating the group's ideas.
- Connect: successfully working together as part of a large group requires cooperation to create the sequence.
Words to know
- control
- being purposeful; moving every body part with thought, precision and balance
- extension
- stretching and pointing fingers and toes
- group
- a collection of people that are connected
Common mistakes
Some pupils may think that having the most skillful gymnasts in their group will make it easier to create a group sequence.
Creating sequences in groups needs lots of different skills which are just as important as physical skills. Groups will need to make thoughtful decisions, will need to rehearse responsibly and will need to work cooperatively.
For parents, carers and teachers
- This lesson provides opportunities for pupils to take a leadership role and to add value to a team through their ideas and decision making, regardless of their abilities to perform the physical gymnastic skills. Some pupils may find it easier and more manageable to work in groups of 3 rather than 4.