Gymnastics and Body Management · Movement Skills

Flight and Vaulting Mechanics

Improving the quality of take-off, flight, and landing when moving over apparatus.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does your arm swing contribute to the height of your jump?
  2. 2Why is a 'sticky landing' important for both safety and performance points?
  3. 3What happens to your momentum if you do not control your landing?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

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

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