LEARNING OBJECTIVES Over the course of six weeks, children in reception will embark on a foundational journey into gymnastics. The objectives of this programme are:
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Understanding and Practicing Basic Shapes: Pupils will be introduced to core gymnastics shapes and how to coordinate their bodies during movements.
Developing essential Movement Skills: This includes exploring basic rolling, hopping, jumping. The concept of a bunny jump will also be introduced and the introductory motions of a cartwheel. Enhancing Balance and Coordination: Children will explore moving with weight on their hands and feet, understanding balance with support on hands and feet, and practice travelling movements using apparatus Building Strength and Agility: Children can start discovering the use of upper body strength, especially during bench movements, and navigate the understanding the front support shape.
Cultivating Throwing and Catching Skills: The basics of these fundamental skills will be introduced to enhance hand-eye coordination.
Movement patterns: Children are introduced to basic movement patterns through putting together short sequences. These patterns serve as the building blocks for their physical development
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