Floor Activities in Gymnastics

Lesson Plan on Non-Contact Games: Floor Activities (Gymnastics)

General Information

• Subject: Physical and Health Education
• Class: Junior Secondary School 2 (JSS 2)
• Term: Second Term
• Week: Week 1
• Age: 11–13 years
• Topic: Non-Contact Games: Floor Activities
• Sub-topic: Gymnastics – Meaning, Classification, Values, Safety, and Officials
• Duration: 40 minutes

Key Components

Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Define floor activities.
2. Classify floor activities into stunts, tumbling, and balancing.
3. List examples of stunts without a partner, with a partner, and group stunts.
4. Explain the values of floor activities.
5. Describe safety precautions in floor activities.
6. Identify gymnastics officials and their roles.

Keywords

Floor activities, stunts, tumbling, balancing, gymnastics officials, safety precautions.

Set Induction

The teacher begins the lesson by asking students to describe activities they enjoy doing on the playground that involve jumping or rolling. A short video clip or demonstration of gymnastics stunts is played to grab their attention.

Entry Behavior

Students are already familiar with basic physical activities such as jumping, rolling, and balancing.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Foam mats
• Pictures of gymnastics stunts
• Video clips of tumbling and balancing activities
• Chart showing gymnastics officials and their roles

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Creativity

Instructional Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Projector/screen for video demonstration
• Gymnastics guidebook

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Physical and Health Education
• Approved Physical and Health Education textbooks

Content Details

1. Meaning of Floor Activities

Floor activities involve stunts performed on a mat, foam, or floor. They include jumping, rolling, twisting, and turning of the body.

2. Classification of Floor Activities

(a) Stunts Activities: Performed individually or with a partner.
(b) Tumbling Activities: Includes movements like rolls and flips.
(c) Balancing Activities: Focuses on maintaining balance without apparatus.

3. Examples of Floor Activities

• Stunts Without a Partner: Frog jump, push-up, cycling in the air, trunk curl, sit-up, rabbit jump.
• Stunts With a Partner: Cockfight, see-saw, wheelbarrow, fireman lift, lift the log, Chinese get-up, leg wrestling.
• Group Stunts: Pyramids.

4. Values of Floor Activities

• Develops courage and physical fitness.
• Improves body posture and safety skills.
• Enhances coordination, balance, and creative abilities.
• Provides livelihood opportunities.

5. Safety Precautions

• Warm up properly.
• Ensure a clear and safe environment.
• Wear appropriate clothing.
• Follow instructions carefully.
• Start with simple exercises and progress gradually.

6. Gymnastics Officials

• Referee
• Judges
• Scorers
• Announcers
• Doctors
• Timekeeper

Evaluation Section

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Activities performed on a mat or foam are called ______.
   a) Wrestling
   b) Floor activities
   c) Swimming
   d) Running
2. Tumbling involves ______.
   a) Rolling and twisting
   b) Lifting weights
   c) Cycling
   d) Sprinting

(Continue with similar questions to make 15)

Class Activity Discussion: 15 FAQs

1. What are floor activities? Activities performed on a mat, foam, or floor.
2. What are examples of stunts without a partner? Frog jump, push-up, sit-up, etc.

(Continue with similar FAQs to make 15)

10 Evaluation Questions

1. Define floor activities.
2. List three stunts performed without a partner.
3. State two safety precautions in gymnastics.

(Continue with similar questions to make 10)

Lesson Presentation Steps

1. Step 1: Revise the previous lesson on non-contact games.
2. Step 2: Introduce floor activities using visuals and examples.
3. Step 3: Explain the classification and values of floor activities.
4. Step 4: Engage students in practical demonstrations.

Teacher’s Activities

• Show visuals and explain classifications of floor activities.
• Guide students in demonstrating simple stunts.

Learners’ Activities

• Watch video demonstrations.
• Practice stunts under the teacher’s guidance.

Assessment

• Answer 10 short-answer questions.
• Perform a simple stunt or tumbling activity in groups.

Conclusion

The teacher supervises students’ practice, marks their written work, and provides feedback on areas for improvement.

Weekly Assessment

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Floor activities are performed on ______.
   a) Water
   b) Mat
   c) Grass
   d) Sand
2. ______ involves rolling, twisting, and turning of the body.
   a) Tumbling
   b) Swimming
   c) Walking
   d) Skipping
3. Stunts can be performed ______.
   a) Only in water
   b) With or without a partner
   c) Using weights
   d) In the air only
4. Examples of stunts without a partner include ______.
   a) See-saw and fireman lift
   b) Frog jump and push-up
   c) Leg wrestling and pyramids
   d) Wheelbarrow and cockfight
5. A group stunt in gymnastics is ______.
   a) Frog jump
   b) Push-up
   c) Pyramids
   d) Cycling in the air
6. Tumbling activities include ______.
   a) Backward roll
   b) Cycling
   c) Walking
   d) Running
7. The development of courage and safety skills is one of the ______ of floor activities.
   a) Challenges
   b) Values
   c) Rules
   d) Problems
8. Gymnastics officials include ______.
   a) Scorers
   b) Spectators
   c) Performers
   d) Coaches
9. The safety precaution of warming up before activities is important to prevent ______.
   a) Tiredness
   b) Injuries
   c) Hunger
   d) Confusion
10. Stunts with a partner include ______.
    a) Sit-ups
    b) See-saw
    c) Push-ups
    d) Side roll
11. ______ ensures activities are performed safely and effectively.
    a) Lack of supervision
    b) Proper warm-up
    c) Ignoring instructions
    d) Overexertion
12. Activities must be performed based on the ______ of the performer.
    a) Interest
    b) Ability
    c) Age
    d) Size
13. The main equipment used for floor activities is ______.
    a) Balls
    b) Mats
    c) Ropes
    d) Bars
14. ______ is an example of tumbling activity.
    a) Headstand
    b) Frog jump
    c) Cockfight
    d) Rabbit jump
15. Floor activities are also referred to as ______.
    a) Stunts
    b) Sports
    c) Dancing
    d) Acrobatics

15 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are floor activities?
   Floor activities are stunts performed on a mat, foam, or floor, involving movements like jumping and rolling.
2. What is another name for floor activities?
   They are also called stunts.
3. What are the classifications of floor activities?
   Floor activities are classified into stunts, tumbling, and balancing activities.
4. Give examples of stunts without a partner.
   Examples include frog jump, push-up, and sit-up.
5. What is a group stunt?
   A pyramid is an example of a group stunt.
6. What is tumbling in floor activities?
   Tumbling involves rolling, twisting, or flipping the body, such as forward roll and cartwheel.
7. What are the values of floor activities?
   They develop courage, physical fitness, coordination, balance, and creative ability.
8. What safety precautions should be taken during floor activities?
   Warm up, use proper attire, and ensure a clear playing area.
9. What are gymnastics officials?
   Officials include referees, judges, scorers, and timekeepers.
10. Why is warming up necessary?
    It prevents injuries and prepares the body for activities.
11. What is a balancing activity?
    It involves maintaining posture without using apparatus.
12. What is a cockfight stunt?
    A partner stunt where two people balance and push each other lightly.
13. Why is proper clothing important for gymnastics?
    It ensures comfort and reduces injury risks.
14. What are some tumbling examples?
    Forward roll, backward roll, and headstand.
15. How does gymnastics improve body posture?
    It strengthens muscles and enhances coordination.

10 Evaluation Questions

1. Define floor activities.
2. List three classifications of floor activities.
3. Mention two examples of stunts performed without a partner.
4. Describe one group stunt.
5. State three tumbling activities.
6. List four values of floor activities.
7. Explain the importance of warming up before gymnastics.
8. Name three officials of gymnastics.
9. State two safety precautions for tumbling exercises.
10. Why is mastering fundamental skills important in floor activities?