Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to practice basic gymnastics movements using a wedge mat.

Materials and Prep

• Wedge mat
• Comfortable clothing
• Clear space for movement

No prior knowledge or experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm!

Activities

• Warm-up: Start with jumping jacks and stretching to get your body ready.
• Forward Rolls: Practice doing forward rolls on the wedge mat. Tuck your head in and roll forward.
• Balancing Act: Try balancing on one foot on the wedge mat. See how long you can stay steady!
• Jumping Fun: Jump onto the wedge mat from different directions and heights. Make sure to land softly.
• Cool Down: Finish with some gentle stretching and deep breathing to relax your body.

Talking Points

• "Today we are going to have so much fun practicing gymnastics on our special wedge mat!"
• "When we warm up, our bodies get ready for all the cool moves we will do."
• "Remember to tuck your head in when you do a forward roll, just like a little ball!"
• "Balancing is like standing on one foot like a flamingo. Can you be a strong flamingo?"
• "Jumping is so much fun! Make sure to bend your knees when you land to be soft like a cat."
• "Cooling down helps our bodies relax and feel good after all our hard work. Take deep breaths."