Weekly media – Gymnastics

As grade 3 and 5 start their gymnastics units we thought it would be a good idea to show you two youtube videos that show the amazing skills that the top gymnasts have and also how you can do one of the more popular gymnastic moves.

The first is a montage from the Dutch National championships and it is good because shows the full range of gymnastic events from rhythmic and artistic to acrobatics and trampolining, for both men and women.

The second is an ehow clip of how to perform a handstand. This is one of a series of videos that break down many of the moves we do in class and extend those who might be beyond that. The explanations are very good and they also show you how to prepare for each skill. Enjoy watching and enjoy the upcoming unit!

Weekly video – Football + Capoeira

We are working hard at our football skills during G3-5’s current invasion games unit. But what happens when you combine soccer with Capoeira, the acrobatic martial art from Brazil? Take a look (warning…don’t try this at home).

These young athletes aren’t practicing on groomed grass fields. They’re performing in an inner-city setting on dirt lots, paved streets, rooftops and courtyards. This video shows you that it doesn’t take the best facilities in the world to become the best athletes in the world. It takes work, dedication, constant practice and the obvious passion for one’s sport demonstrated by these athletes.

Also check out some of the amazing skills these guys have. Again, sheer hard work and dedicated practice is the only way to achieve this level of ability.