Balance and Coordination Skills Practice
Year 1 Physical Education Lesson 9 of 10: Moving Together 60-minute session
WALT: We Are Learning To
Improve our balance skills Stand on one foot for 5 seconds Walk along a line keeping our balance Help our body stay steady and controlled
Success Criteria - How We Know We're Learning
I can balance on one foot for 5 seconds I can walk heel-to-toe along a straight line I can keep my body steady and controlled I can help a friend practice balance too
Warm-Up Time!
Gentle marching on the spot Big arm circles forward and backward Gentle hopping on both feet Stretch up tall like a tree, then bend like grass in the wind
Static Balance Practice
Stand on your left foot for 5 seconds Now try your right foot for 5 seconds Use your arms to help you balance Look straight ahead at one spot It's okay to wobble - keep trying!
Walking the Line Challenge
Walk heel-to-toe along the tape line Keep your arms out for balance Take slow, careful steps Look ahead, not down at your feet Use the balance beam if you need extra help
Balance Games
{"left":"Balance Freeze: Walk around, freeze on one foot when music stops\nObstacle Line: Walk along lines around cones","right":"Beanbag Toss Balance: Balance while tossing beanbags\nPartner Balance: Help a friend practice balancing"}
Cool Down and Reflection
Gentle stretching and deep breathing What helped you keep your balance today? What made balancing harder or easier? How did you help a friend with their balance? Great job practicing our balance skills!