Physical and Health Education J.S.S 3 First Term

Week 5

Non-contact games II

Performance objectives:

Students should be able to:

1. Explain gymnastics (perform activities on the floor/mat)

2. Classify gymnastic activities.

Content

Gymnastics e.g. stunts, tumbling, forward roll, headstand and crab.

Gymnastics is a sport that includes physical exercises requiring balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, and endurance. The movements involved in gymnastics contribute to the development of the arms, legs, shoulders, back, chest, and abdominal muscle groups.

Gymnastics teaches participants how to move, roll, jump, swing and turn upside down. Gymnastics is an exciting activity and sport for its unique contribution to general fitness, coordination, agility, strength, balance and speed.

Types of gymnastics

Women's Artistic Gymnastics

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