Fantastic Fitness Fun

Overview

Subject: Physical Education
Year Group: Year 3
Duration: 35 minutes
Class Size: 10 students
Curriculum Area: Physical Education, Key Stage 1-2
Objective: Develop fundamental movement skills, teamwork, and spatial awareness.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate improved agility and coordination through various activities.
2. Engage in teamwork and demonstrate respect for team members.
3. Exhibit spatial awareness and control during physical activities.

Equipment Needed

• 10 cones
• 5 hula hoops
• Beanbags (enough for each student)
• Whistle
• Stopwatch or timer
• Music player with upbeat music

Lesson Structure

Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Warm-Up Game: "Follow the Leader"

   • Objective: Encourage students to get moving and warm up their muscles.
   • Instructions: The teacher leads the group around the playing area, performing different movements (e.g., skipping, hopping, jogging). Students mimic the movements.

2. Discussion of Objectives: Explain the importance of physical activity and today's objectives in a fun, engaging manner.

Main Activities (25 minutes)

Activity 1: Agility and Coordination Circuit (15 minutes)

Setup:

• Divide the students into 5 pairs.

• Set up a circuit with the following stations:

  1. Cone Weave: Students weave in and out of cones placed in a line.
  2. Beanbag Balance: Students balance a beanbag on their head while walking a short distance.
  3. Hula Hoop Hop: Students jump in and out of a series of hula hoops laid on the ground.
  4. Target Throw: Students throw a beanbag into a hula hoop placed a short distance away.
  5. Speed Bounce: Students jump side to side over a low line (like a skipping rope) for 30 seconds.

Instructions:

• Students spend 2 minutes at each station, then rotate clockwise.
• Encourage students to cheer each other on and offer positive feedback.

Activity 2: Team Relay (10 minutes)

Setup:

• Create two teams of five students each.
• Set up a simple relay course using cones to mark the start, mid-point, and finish.

Instructions:

• Each team forms a line. Students must run to the mid-point, perform a task (e.g., ten jumping jacks), and run back to tag the next teammate.
• The winning team completes the course first with all members conducting the task correctly.

Variation: Change the task at the mid-point (e.g., hopping on one foot, spinning three times) to maintain engagement.

Cool Down and Reflection (5 minutes)

1. Cool Down Exercises:

   • Gentle stretching focusing on legs, arms, and back.

2. Reflection:

   • Gather the students in a circle.
   • Ask them to share what they enjoyed most and what they found challenging.
   • Discuss how they can apply teamwork in other areas of their life.

Assessment

• Observation: Teacher observes students' participation and skill improvement throughout activities.
• Self-Reflection: Encourage students to assess their performance and teamwork contribution.

Health and Safety

• Ensure the area is free of hazards.
• Emphasise the importance of looking out for others and respecting personal space.
• Remind students to stay hydrated by drinking water before and after the lesson.

This lesson is designed to be inclusive, fun, and educational, aligning with the UK Key Stage 1-2 curriculum requirements, focusing on developing fundamental movement skills and promoting positive health and fitness habits.