Ribbon Gymnastics
Ribbon gymnastics: students make shapes with gymnastic ribbons (circles, spirals, snakes) and create a short routine.
How to play
- Each student gets a ribbon and space around them.
- Practice basic shapes: circles, snakes on the floor, spirals.
- Combine shapes with steps and turns.
- Create a short routine to music.
Rules
- Plenty of space between students.
- Ribbons are not used to touch others.
Variations
Easier
Basic shapes.
Standard
Shapes with steps.
Harder
Routine to music.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: seated routine.
- Shy students: perform in groups.
Learning goals
- Develop body expression.
- Improve coordination.
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