Gymnastics · SHS1 Physical Education Health Core

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.1.3.LI.2 - Perform floor activities in gymnastics for improving skill and health-related fitness (backward roll).

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Describe the key steps involved in performing a backward roll in the correct sequence.
Demonstrate proper body positioning at the start and finish of a backward roll.
Perform the backward roll with support from a partner or teacher.
Perform the backward roll without support, showing control and balance.
Identify at least two health or skill-related fitness components improved by practising the backward roll.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Physical Activity and Health (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Gymnastics (1.3)
Content standard: 1.1.3.CS.1 - Demonstrate the ability perform basic gymnastics activities to improve skill and health related fitness. 1.1.3.LO.1 Perform basic gymnastics activities to improve skill and health-related fitness.
Indicator: 1.1.3.LI.2 - Perform floor activities in gymnastics for improving skill and health-related fitness (backward roll).
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 12 (Week 12 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 32

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Collaborative learning/Group work: In mixed ability and mixed gender groups, let learners observe charts/pictures or watch a short video on backward roll. Practically take learners through the phases of the roll step by step.

Assessment (1.1.3.AS.2): Level 2: Describe the key steps involved performing a backward roll. Level 2: Describe the proper body positioning at the start and finish of a forward roll. Level 4: Perform the backwards roll with support. Level 4: Perform the backward roll without support

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Online resources
- Phones/laptops
- Projectors
- Drums
- Castanet
- Clappers
- Costumes for the various traditional dances
- Dance rooms or studio
- Sound system and speakers.
- Any other equipment found in the community fit for purpose.