30-Second Tutorial: Teaching a Pattern on Video

In pairs, students record a 30-second video explaining a basic strength pattern with three key points, one common mistake and its fix. Videos are swapped and another pair rates them with a rubric, so students learn technique and communication at the same time.

How to play

1. Show a sample short tutorial and hand out the rubric: technical accuracy, clarity, mistake and fix, and safety (3 min).
2. Each pair chooses a different pattern and writes the script on the card: opening line, three key points, mistake and fix (7 min).
3. Rehearse the movement and record; three takes maximum (10 min).
4. Swap videos: each pair watches another pair's tutorial, tries to follow it and scores it with the rubric (7 min).
5. Final discussion of the two best communication ideas (3 min).

Rules

• Only people who have given permission appear on video, and faces are not shown if they prefer.
• Videos are not posted outside the school's platform.
• The technique shown must be safe, with a light load or none.
• Ratings are given in writing using the rubric and respectfully.

Variations

Adaptations

• Hearing impairment: the tutorial includes captions or on-screen text.
• Shyness: may handle filming and voice-over without appearing on camera.
• Limited mobility: chooses an upper-body or core pattern that can be shown seated.

Learning goals

• Sum up the key technical points of a basic pattern.
• Communicate movement instructions clearly and briefly.
• Evaluate others' work with a rubric.

Equipment for a class of 25

• tablets or phones: 15
• sticks: 15
• resistance bands: 15
• cards: 15

Teacher tip

The best tutorials can build a class video bank for independent sessions. Check your school's policy on recording students.

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