Year 6 - Physical education
Matching on apparatus
Gymnastics: matching and mirroring
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Unit Summary
This unit will enable pupils to explore what we mean by matching and mirroring movements. Pupils will be able to create sequences of movements with accuracy and fluidity using a range of apparatus. Pupils will effectively evaluate their sequences and find ways to improve and develop them further.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to create a sequence of 3 movements that are matching with flow, extension and control on apparatus.
Key Notes
- Move: matching movements require performing the same movements as our partner with control and extension on apparatus.
- Think: creating a matching sequence on apparatus relies on us deciding on which apparatus to use to allow for flow.
- Think: a sequence of matching movements on apparatus requires accurate timing and flow throughout.
- Feel: practising and improving our matching movement ideas on apparatus demonstrates self motivation.
- Connect: matching successfully requires accurate timings so communicating throughout the sequence is vital.
Vocabulary To Learn
- matching: perform exactly the same movements
- flow: moving from one movement to another without stopping
- apparatus: equipment that is organised in a way to suit a particular task
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- When pupils perform their sequence on apparatus, they lose control, extension and flow.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Move: matching movements require performing the same movements as our partner with control and extension on apparatus. Think: creating a matching sequence on apparatus relies on us deciding on which apparatus to use to allow for flow.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'matching'
perform exactly the same movements.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: When pupils perform their sequence on apparatus, they lose control, extension and flow. Correction: Make sure that pupils carefully consider how they can adapt their sequences to work on apparatus so they don't lose quality. Pupils can also focus on communication to help improve the quality of their sequence on apparatus.
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