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Why teach gymnastics in primary school?

Aspire-Ed

Flexibility, strength, technique, speed, control, coordination and balance are all developed through gymnastics. KS1: “Pupils should develop fundamental movement skills, become increasingly competent and confident and access a broad range of opportunities to extend their agility, balance and coordination, individually and with others.

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Children’s Mental Health week

The PE Hub

Be physically active We may be biased, but the simple act of getting up and moving around is such a good way to boost a child’s wellbeing (and yours too!). Science has proven that physical activity releases endorphins that improve our mood and can help positively support our wellbeing.

Health 98
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Children’s Mental Health week

The PE Hub

Be physically active We may be biased, but the simple act of getting up and moving around is such a good way to boost a child’s wellbeing (and yours too!). Science has proven that physical activity releases endorphins that improve our mood and can help positively support our wellbeing.

Health 52
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How to coach someone to improve their balance

Sports Coaching FAQ

Balance is a fundamental skill that plays a vital role in a variety of physical activities and sports. Dynamic balance development includes understanding the static balance factors above, in addition to developing agility, coordination, strength, and flexibility and using these as the movements are conducted.

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You Are Your Child’s First Coach—Freeing Your Child from Oppressive, Hyperorganized Sports

Whole Child Sports

As our children grow into physically active, upright beings and we introduce them to sports, we pass the coaching baton to others, hopeful that while playing sports with their peers, our kids will be taught new skills, make friends, and develop a passion for exercise. We do this because, as parents, we are our children’s first coaches.