Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 2 - Physical and Health Education - Gymnastic Floor/mat Actions

### Lesson Plan: Gymnastic Floor/Mat Actions #### Subject: Physical and Health Education #### Grade: Senior Secondary 2 #### Topic: Gymnastic Floor/Mat Actions #### Duration: 60 minutes --- ### Objectives: 1. **Knowledge**: Understand the basic principles and techniques of gymnastics floor/mat actions. 2. **Skills**: Execute basic gymnastic floor/mat routines including rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and basic tumbling. 3. **Attitude**: Demonstrate safety, discipline, and teamwork in a gymnastics setting. ### Materials Needed: - Gym mats - Water bottles - Whistle - Stopwatch - Speaker for music (optional) - First aid kit ### Lesson Structure: #### Introduction (10 minutes) 1. **Welcome and Warm-Up:** - Greet students and briefly discuss the importance of warm-up in preventing injuries. - Perform a general body warm-up: - Jogging on the spot (2 minutes) - Dynamic stretches (arm swings, leg swings) (3 minutes) - Specific stretches focusing on flexibility (forward bends, split stretches) (5 minutes) #### Main Activity (40 minutes) 2. **Introduction to Gymnastic Floor/Mat Actions:** - Briefly explain the core skills to be covered: - Forward Roll - Backward Roll - Handstand - Cartwheel - Basic Tumbling - Emphasize key points like body alignment, balance, and safety. 3. **Demonstration and Practice:** - **Technique Demonstration**: - Forward Roll: Demonstrate and highlight the key stages (squat position, tuck chin, roll smoothly). - Backward Roll: Demonstrate with emphasis on tucking in the chin and pushing off with the hands. - Handstand: Demonstrate the importance of starting position and proper alignment. - Cartwheel: Show the importance of hand placement and body rotation. - Basic Tumbling: Demonstrate a simple tumbling sequence combining the above skills. - **Student Practice**: - Divide students into small groups or pairs. - Allow time for students to practice each skill, offering feedback and correction. - Rotate through skill stations with teacher supervision and assistance. 4. **Group Activities and Routine Creation:** - Group students into small teams. - Challenge each group to create a short routine incorporating the basic gymnastics skills learned. - Give students 10 minutes to practice and finalize their routine. #### Conclusion (10 minutes) 5. **Routine Presentation:** - Each group performs their routine. - Provide positive feedback and highlight areas for improvement. 6. **Cool Down and Reflection:** - Lead students in a cool-down session: - Gentle jogging/walking (2 minutes) - Static stretches (5 minutes) - Engage students in a reflective discussion about what they learned, how they felt, and the importance of practice and safety in gymnastics. - Encourage students to ask questions and share their experiences. ### Assessment: - **Observation**: Monitor students' performance during practice and group activities, noting their ability to execute the skills and follow safety guidelines. - **Peer Feedback**: Encourage students to give constructive feedback to their peers during group performances. - **Self-Reflection**: Ask students to reflect on their progress and areas of improvement. ### Homework/Extension Activity: - Encourage students to practice the skills learned at home on a safe, open space or cushioned mat if available. - Assign a short written reflection on what they learned and how they can apply the skills in other physical activities. --- ### Notes for the Teacher: - Ensure the safety of all students by closely monitoring their activities and providing assistance as needed. - Adjust the lesson according to the skill level and abilities of the students. - Maintain a positive and encouraging environment to boost students' confidence and interest in gymnastics.