Free Lessons

• Lift feet from the ground while supported
• Begin to lift feet and make shapes independently

We are learning: to lift our feet off the ground and make shapes in the water Activity: Making shapes

• Perform a tuck float for 5 seconds
• Attempt to perform a surface dive
• Pick up an object from the bottom of the pool

We are learning: to tuck, float and collect objects from the bottom of the pool Activity: Surface dive progressions

• Connect – Work with a partner by communicating clearly to complete tasks together
• Acquire a new skill – Learn new ways to move and control a ball
• Mindfulness – Practise narrowing your focus to help clear your mind

We are learning: to improve hand-eye coordination through ball skills.

Activity: Partner throwing, ball skills, mindful breathing

• Connect – Work cooperatively with a partner by communicating clearly and effectively
• Acquire a new skill – Learn and practise the key steps involved in juggling
• Mindfulness – Develop the ability to narrow your focus to improve mental clarity and concentration

We are learning: the steps to juggle three balls.

Activity: Partner throwing, juggling, mindful breathing

• Travel along a variety of equipment using different modes of locomotion.
• Incorporate stretches, shapes and rolls.

We are learning: to travel across apparatus.

Activity: Agility, balance and coordination assault course.

• Sustain physical activity over time in order to raise heart rate
• Replicate body shapes with some accuracy to represent numbers
• Cooperate with a partner to represent larger numbers using combined body shapes

We are learning: to use our bodies to make number shapes.

Activity: Number groups, number gym shapes.

• Bounce a ball with some control to myself
• Begin to bounce a ball to a partner
• Use bouncing skills in a small game (2 vs 1) to try and score a goal

We are learning: to bounce a ball with control to ourselves Activity: 2 v 1 bouncing into hoops

Theme: Clockface

• Follow a clock face to develop dance steps
• Move in time with a rhythm
• Combine simple dance steps to create a repeating movement pattern

We are learning: to dance with rhythm following a clockwork pattern Activity: Exploring the clock face

• Create space and opportunities to take a shot in basketball
• Use a two-handed technique to perform a basketball shot
• Assist teammates in a game to shoot

We are learning: to perform a two-handed shot to score baskets. Activity: Half-court game, turns over when team score.

• Hit a stationary ball into space
• Get into the best body position to field a ball
• Retrieve and throw the ball as a fielder

We are learning: to get into the best body position to field a ball Activity: Assessment for Learning Task

• Enhance existing sequence and perform it to be judged
• Use a judging system to evaluate a group sequence
• Compare and contrast group performances

We are learning: to judge and compare performances

Activity: Judge and improve

• Develop as a small group either a run, jump or throwing event
• Choose appropriate distance, equipment, time and space
• Teach the event to another group

We are learning: to design a running, jumping or throwing activity for others using the STEP principle Activity: Event planning

• Use a run up and hurdle step to vault onto the box top
• As a pair, complete a six-element sequence containing flight, contrasting shapes, and counterbalances

We are learning: to use controlled flight onto high apparatus

Activity: Assessment for learning

• Work collaboratively to complete a range of paired and group activities
• Follow instructions to tie a reef knot

We are learning: to work efficiently as part of a team to complete a range of tasks

Activity: Group and paired work, tying a reef knot