KS2 · Physical education · Year 6
Combining movement and control: putting it all together
Parkour: developing confidence and creative movement
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Your learning goal
I can complete different route challenges using a range of techniques.
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What you’ll learn
I can complete different route challenges using a range of techniques.
Key learning points
- Move: completing challenges requires stamina and fitness as parkour is demanding on the body.
- Move: parkour movements should be performed seamlessly, efficiently and with controlled flow.
- Think: planning the best techniques to complete a challenge requires careful thought and thorough knowledge of movement.
- Feel: dedicating time to complete something difficult can feel very rewarding.
- Connect: encouraging others to complete challenges creates a strong community.
Words to know
- route
- a sequence of movements used to travel through, over or under obstacles in a chosen direction, combining skill, creativity and efficiency
- obstacle
- any object, structure or surface in the environment that we must overcome, move around or use creatively during movement
- challenge
- a specific task or movement sequence that tests physical and mental abilities
Common mistakes
Pupils often stop between movements resulting in poor flow and continuity. This may be due to hesitancy or lack of confidence in their technique.
Pupils should repeat short sequences of movements until they are performed with flow. For example, focus on linking 2-3 movements together before adding more. Focus on flow before looking at speed routes.
For parents, carers and teachers
- The most important element in aiding progression in parkour is confidence. Always focus on simple and achievable movements to develop confidence and then pupils will commit to bigger and riskier movements, leading to increased success, confidence and pride.