Gymnastic – Balances

In this weeks lesson we will be practicing our balancing skills in gymnastics. This lessons includes 3 tasks, however task 3 is just an extra fun challenge

I want you to be able to show control, therefore when performing a balance you should be able to keep your body absolutely still.

REMEMBER - When performing I want you to try and hold the balance for 5 seconds.

Task 1 – Point Balances – Give each of these balances a try.

A point balance simply means, how many parts of your body are touching the ground.For example, a ‘one point balance’ means one part of the body is touching the ground.

One Point Balance Two Point Balance

Three Point Balance Four Point Balance

Task 2 – How Many Can You Do?

Using the examples below, I want you to demonstrate your balance skills! I want to see Quality, Control and Technique.

Remember, you should be able to hold the balance for 5 seconds.

BRONZE – I can hold one balance from each line for 5 seconds.

SILVER – I can hold two balances from each line for 5 seconds.

GOLD – I can hold three balances from each line for 5 seconds.

Task 3 – Spell your name

This is just an extra fun challenge. Create a balance for each letter to spell your name.