How to Teach Gymnastics Skills in PE

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Physical Education

Grade(s)

3, 4, 5

Overview

This is an informative overview of how an experienced physical education teacher teaches gymnastics. This resource includes a unit plan, instructional videos, and instructional materials. 

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 3

PE19.3.1.5

Balance on different bases of support, demonstrating muscular tension and extensions of body parts.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 3

PE19.3.1.6

Move into and out of curling, twisting, and stretching positions.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 3

PE19.3.1.7

Transfer weight from feet to hands for momentary weight support both individually and in various partner stunts and counter balance.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 4

PE19.4.1.5

Balance on different bases of support in multiple levels and shapes while utilizing a variety of equipment.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 4

PE19.4.1.6

Create sequences using curling, twisting, and stretching actions.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 4

PE19.4.1.7

Combine traveling with balance and weight transfers to create a sequence with or without equipment.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 5

PE19.5.1.7

Transfer weight in movement patterns by combining actions and balances to create a sequence with a partner, with or without equipment.

CR Resource Type

Lesson/Unit Plan

Resource Provider

The PE Specialist

License Type

Attribution Non-Commercial No Derivatives

Accessibility

Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
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