FLEX PE Circus Skills Parkour Fun Exercise Home School Fitness Class 16W1
Explosive Learning Jo Reynolds Life Skill Teachers
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This class is a Physical Education class that includes learning about Parkour and Circus Skills for a 16-week middle school fitness class. Great exercise fun!
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Parkour, Circus Skills, and Fun Exercise: A 16-Week Ongoing Middle School Fitness Class DESCRIPTION: This class is a Physical Education class that includes learning about Parkour and Circus Skills for an ongoing 16-week middle school fitness class. The course will cover a variety of topics such as how to use your body to move efficiently and creatively, how to balance, and how to use momentum and body control to overcome obstacles. The class will be a combination of lectures, discussions,...
16 lessons//16 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to ParkourLearn the foundations of parkour, its origins, and core skills for health and efficiency in movement. Understand the importance of proper attire and training spaces.Week 2Lesson 2Athlete FundamentalsDiscover key practices for becoming a well-rounded athlete, including warm-ups, conditioning, and cool-downs, alongside the DOs and DON'Ts of parkour.Week 3Lesson 3Mastery of Jumping and RollingDive into precision jumping and rolling techniques to save your legs from impact, combining jumps for fluid movement.Week 4Lesson 4Vaults and SafetyExplore common vaults and the critical safety roll, learning about the hazards and how to perform these techniques safely.Week 5Lesson 5Advanced VaultsGet ambidextrous with vaults, focusing on explosive power and the most common vault techniques, along with precautionary advice.Week 6Lesson 6Flow: The Art of CombinationCombine everything learned so far to create a flowing line of movement, emphasizing the importance of steps and connections.Week 7Lesson 7Poi Spinning BasicsDiscover the enchanting world of Poi spinning, including its history, equipment, and basic movements.Week 8Lesson 8Beginner Poi TricksLearn simple yet impressive poi tricks to start building your routine, focusing on different planes and directions.Week 9Lesson 9Intermediate Poi SkillsElevate your poi spinning with advanced tricks, exploring complex patterns and movements for a more engaging performance.Week 10Lesson 10Choreographing Poi RoutinesBlend poi moves into choreographed routines, introducing music and rhythm to your spinning and encouraging creativity.Week 11Lesson 11Staff Spinning IntroductionUncover the basics of staff spinning, from its history to fundamental movements and grips.Week 12Lesson 12Beginner Staff TricksPractice beginner-friendly staff tricks, including spins, rolls, and twirling techniques.Week 13Lesson 13Intermediate Staff TechniquesAdvance your staff spinning with more complex maneuvers, focusing on body rolls, helicopters, and partner spinning.Week 14Lesson 14Staff Choreography and PerformanceCreate flowing staff routines, incorporating dance and movement for dynamic performances.Week 15Lesson 15Diabolo and Juggling FundamentalsExplore the diabolo and other juggling techniques, building coordination and control for impressive displays.Week 16Lesson 16Balancing and Object ManipulationLearn advanced juggling and balance skills, combining various props for a captivating show.
To understand and be able to perform the basic movements and techniques of parkour To be able to perform basic circus skills such as balance and juggling To improve overall fitness and physical literacy To develop strength, flexibility, and coordination To learn how to combine parkour and circus skills for fun and challenging exercise routines To learn parkour and circus skills To develop problem-solving and creativity To have a great time and enjoy the physical activity
This class is taught by Jo who has been an active and athletic movement enthusiast since a very young age. Jo started training parkour at 17 and coaching at 21. He has taught people from the age of 4 all the way to 60, as part of The Urban Arts Academy in Brighton, where he was many a student’s favourite! In the last 10 years he also performed in the street, on set for TV and at movie premieres, both in costume (Spider-Man) and as a stunt man. He has competed in speed, skill and freestyle competitions nationwide. A three-time World Chase Tag Champion (Team Marrero Gang), having competed in various events UK-wide and as far as Tokyo.
Homework Offered
Each week, there will be approximately 20 - 30 minutes of homework assigned to help participants develop and apply the ideas taught in class to their own lives.Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Every student will make sure to wear trainers with a full rubber outsole, for maximum grip, to avoid slips. The training space should be open and unobstructed, free of trip hazards and sharp corners. If using an outdoor space, e.g. garden, make sure the ground is free of debris and isn’t slippery. Every student is advised to bring a water bottle, as we will be performing exercise.
This class is for beginners and will not involve any topics or tricks that could be considered dangerous. This is a beginners class showing the core skills. Prior to starting this class there’s a number of precautionary steps the students will need to take to exercise safety. Every student will make sure to wear trainers with a full rubber outsole, for maximum grip, to avoid slips. The training space should be open and unobstructed, free of trip hazards and sharp corners. If using an outdoor space, e.g. garden, make sure the ground is free of debris and isn’t slippery. Every student is advised to bring a water bottle, as we will be performing exercise. At the start of every class, the teacher will go through a full warm up and stretch to avoid any injuries. We strongly advise that students are supervised by their parent(s). Potential injury that can occur if not properly supervised - ankle sprain, bruises, wrist sprain, dehydration.
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Explosive Learning specialises in Life Skills classes that: * Develop essential life skills rarely taught in schools * Improve wellbeing by helping make kids happy and active * Increase confidence through performance skills * Are great fun to...
Self-Paced Class
$30
weekly or $480 for all content16 pre-recorded lessons
16 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 2 learners
Ages: 7-11
