Move & Groove Routine
Children work in groups to create, practice and perform a gymnastics-inspired routine that includes locomotion movements, balances, music and creative use of equipment. It's a fun way to combine gymnastics skills with teamwork and creativity!
Set up
- Divide the children into small groups or pairs.
- Give each group/pair a designated space to create their routine in, depending on the space you have available.
- Provide a range of equipment for children to use in their routine's if they wish, such as hoops, soft balls and ribbons.
- You will need a portable speaker or sound system if you wish to use music for this activity.
Note: Gymnastics develops all-round physical skills including strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. All activities should be conducted in a safe environment with appropriate supervision, equipment and space. Educators should always encourage proper technique and adapt skills and activities to suit individual abilities.
How to play
Step 1:
- Allocate pairs/groups and designated a working space for each pair/group.
- Each pair/group must work together to create a short gymnastics routine (1 - 2 minutes long).
- Educator can provide a range of equipment that can be used creatively in the routine if they wish.
Step 2:
- When ready, pairs/groups can perform their routine to another pair/group or to the educator.
- Music can be used if a portable speaker/sound system is available.
Step 3:
- Change it up and challenge children by asking them to include specific movements in their routine.
- Have groups attempt to learn and perform another groups routine.
Variations
Make it easier
- Educator to lead children through a basic routine they have created.
Make it harder
- Set specific movements (like forward rolls or cartwheels) that must be included in the routine.
Activity information
Age: Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6
Participants: 4
+
Equipment: Hoops, Speaker & music player
Duration: 10 minutes
Skill focus
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Physical literacy tips
- Encourage children to incorporate lots of difference balance, flexibility and strength-based movements and positions.
- Encourage creative use of equipment or performing the routine in time with the music!
