Gymnastics and Body Management · Movement Skills

Counter-Balance and Counter-Tension

Working with partners to create stable shapes using weight bearing and pulling forces.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do you find the center of gravity when balancing with a partner?
  2. 2What role does core strength play in maintaining a difficult hold?
  3. 3How can you communicate non-verbally to ensure safety during a balance?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Physical Education - GymnasticsKS2: Physical Education - Balance and Control
Year: Year 5
Subject: Physical Education
Unit: Gymnastics and Body Management
Period: Movement Skills

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