learning backward walkover
The best way is with the feet elevated. This puts most of the weight on the shoulders and upper back, protecting the lower back.
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drop-in parent and tot Gymnastics
I ran this kind of class 4 times a week for a year. LOVED it. Parents LOVED it. Coaches LOVED supervising.
The only issue is whether or not your insurance covers it.😦
Sometimes school age siblings wanted to play too. Handle those situations on a case by case basis.
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Neck Stretch
by site editor Rick McCharles
Kids should know what to do if ever they fall backwards on the neck. Introduce this stretch gradually.
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Head Balances
by site editor Rick McCharles
The ability to balance on the TOP of your head is an important skill. Here’s one series of progressions from beginner to advanced.
Do NOT allow any child to balance on their forehead. The neck is vulnerable in that position.
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limbers and walkovers
Many of our once-a-week kids will NEVER do a walkover or limber – forward or backward- in their lives. And that’s OK.
But for those who do, best are drills with the feet elevated. Most of the weight should be on the shoulders and upper back, not the lower back.
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Gymnastics – Introducing Backward Roll
by site editor Rick McCharles
Children have disproportionately LARGE heads relative to their body. Backward rolling can be awkward for them.
Here’s the best way to do them safely.
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This is one of 170+ Fitness Games and Activities. See more on my Tumbl Trak Fitness Games playlist.
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Gymnastics contest – CANDLE roll to jump
by site editor Rick McCharles
A good lead-up drill to forward safety rolls.
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This is one of 170+ Fitness Games and Activities. See more on my Tumbl Trak Fitness Games playlist.
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Introducing Forward Shoulder Roll
by site editor Rick McCharles
Before teaching forward safety rolls, be sure kids know how to stand up smoothly, absorbing force over time and body surface area.
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This is one of 170+ Fitness Games and Activities. See more on my Tumbl Trak Fitness Games playlist.
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Gymnastics Game – Move to the Open Space
by site editor Rick McCharles
Teach kids how to avoid collisions – weaving, evading – moving to an open space.
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This is one of 170+ Fitness Games and Activities. See more on my Tumbl Trak Fitness Games playlist.
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Angry Cat Position & Safety Rolls in Gymnastics
by site editor Rick McCharles
Round and rigid. A very safe shape.
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It leads directly into the Safety Roll sideways.
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This is one of 170+ Fitness Games and Activities. See more on my Tumbl Trak Fitness Games playlist.
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