1. Gymnastics Level 4 Lecture 1
SSP4001 Introduction to Applied Principles and Techniques in Professional Practice

2. Aims
Introduce:
Module and Assessment
Gymnastics
Physical Preparation

3. Knowledge and Understanding
Assessment
Teambuilding Residential (20%)
Practical Skills Assessment (50%) (4 activities):
Demonstration of pedagogical skills
Practical based assessment (week 10, 11 & 12)
Support documents on Moodle (grade descriptors….)
Term 1
Term 2
Planning
Questions
Instruct & Explain
Concluding
Introduce a session
Observe
Demonstrate
Analyse
Build rapport
Feedback
Knowledge and Understanding
Evaluating
Peer Assessing

4. Assessment Coursework (30%) Two part (750 words each))
Coursework Part 1 (Term 1):
Drawing on relevant literature and experiences within the module, reflect on the way you were able to use activity specific knowledge in conjunction with pedagogical awareness to develop learning in others.
Coursework Part 2 (Term 2):
Drawing on relevant literature and experiences within the module, reflect on your relationships with others and the extent to which they contributed to the development of a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Submission and return details can be found in Module Handbook on Moodle

5. Additional Information
Attendance policy:
  Insufficient attendance to content lectures will result in a 0% grade for the rotation. If unable to attend lecture contact tutor ASAP.
Punctuality:
Wait at entrance to Syd Aaron Gymnasium 10 minutes before lecture. Never enter gym unless lecturer present.
Attire:
Compulsory Cardiff met. sports kit. Jewellery is to be kept to a minimum. Remove shoes prior to entry.

6. Safe Practice in Gymnastics
ENVIRONMENT
Facility - Apparatus – Traffic - Regime
If you are unsure of what you are doing STOP and ask.
Do as much as you feel comfortable doing.
COACH
Organised - Aware - Knowledgeable
PERFORMER -
Motivated – Prepared - Aware

7. Who are the National Governing Body of Gymnastics in the UK?
QUESTIONS:
Who are the National Governing Body of Gymnastics in the UK?
British Gymnastics (BG)
Who are the International Governing Body?
Federation Internationale de Gymnastics (FIG)

8. Federation Internationale de Gymnastics (FIG)
Artistic
Trampolining
Disciplines?
Rhythmic
Acrobatic
Aerobic

9. Men's and Women's Artistic Gymnastics
Apparatus
Men’s Women’s
Floor
Pommel Horse
Still Rings
Vaulting Table
Parallel Bars
Horizontal Bar
Floor
Vaulting Table
Balance Beam
Asymmetric Bars

10. Developing Gymnastics Performance
Physical Preparedness Shaping – Stretching - Strengthening
Shape Vocabulary – Limb Actions – Key Select Positions
Mid Section (Core) Stability Body & Limb Tension Clarity – Control – Stability - Power
Whole Body Actions / Reactions
Skills Analysis Shape & Action Observation / Biomechanics
Coaching Methodology Technique - Orientation - Progression
Quality Performance Factors & Criteria

11. Importance of Physical Preparation and Conditioning
Physically and Psychologically important
A basis for safe and effective skills learning
What are the key components of fitness that a world class gymnast would exhibit? (ensure to justify your answers)

12. Cardiovascular & Aerobic Endurance
Just a few examples
Flexibility
Strength over Range Static Stretching Dynamic Application
Strength
Maximal Static Strength Weight Ratio
Power
Force x Speed Limb Actions Whole Body Actions
Body Tension
Core Stability Style & Line
Body Awareness
Isolated Specific Actions Aesthetic Performance
Spatial Awareness
Flight / Rotation Balance / Recovery
Cardiovascular & Aerobic Endurance

13. Modes of Gymnastics Conditioning
GENERAL GYMNASTIC
SPECIFIC GYMNASTIC
APPARATUS GYMNASTIC
SKILL SPECIFIC GYMNASTIC
ACTION SPECIFIC GYMNASTIC

14. Check Moodle for the Task that is required for next week.
Ensure to bring a hardcopy of your work.