GYMNASTICS LESSON PLANS
Back to Units | Suggested length: 2 weeks
KINDERGARTEN
Level 1: Freeze on different body parts
Level 2: Create different gymnastics positions
1ST GRADE
Level 5: Balance on a balance beam
Level 7: Freeze in different body shapes
Level 8: Perform a gymnastics routine
2nd Grade
Level 9: Balance using different parts of the body
Level 11: Balance an object while moving
Level 12: Create a gymnastics routine
3rd grade
Level 13: Balance in an upside down position
Level 15: Transfer weight from feet to hands
Level 16: Create a gymnastics routine with clear beginning and end
4th GRADE
Level 17: Balance on a balance beam while moving
Level 20: Create a gymnastic routine with smooth transitions
5TH GRADE
Level 21: Balance using counter-balance
Level 23: Balance using counter-tension
Level 24: Create a counter- balance and counter-tension routine with a partner
6TH GRADE
Level 25: Standing and balancing yoga poses
Level 26: Lower body strength training
Level 28: Create and perform a gymnastics routine
7TH GRADE
Level 31: Upper body strength training
Level 32: Create a personal fitness routine
8TH GRADE
Level 33: Sun salutation yoga sequence