Activity
Hopping in a Circle
Skill: Fundamental Movement Skills
Sports: Locomotor skills
Technique: Hopping
Class: Class 2
Skill: Fundamental Movement Skills
Sports: Locomotor skills
Technique: Hopping
Class: Class 3
Skill: Fundamental Movement Skills
Sports: Locomotor skills
Technique: Hopping
Class: KG
Skill: Fundamental Movement Skills
Sports: Locomotor skills
Technique: Hopping
Class: LKG
Skill: Fundamental Movement Skills
Sports: Locomotor skills
Technique: Hopping
Class: UKG
Skill: Fundamental Movement Skills
Sports: Locomotor skills
Technique: Hopping
Hopping in a Circle
Learning Outcomes
Improve hopping, balance and spatial awareness.
Strengthen leg muscles.
Enhance coordination with movement patterns.
Description Of Activity
Children will hop around a large circle marked on the floor or the ground, either clockwise or counterclockwise. This will help them work on directional movement.
Variations
Use different shapes (e.g., square or triangle) for children to hop around.
Have them hop to the rhythm of a song or clap.
Coaching Tips
Demonstrate hopping in a circle to show how they can move in both directions.
Encourage children to keep their body straight and focus on moving smoothly in the circle.
Praise them for staying balanced and consistent with their movements.
Equipment/Material Required
Cones or tape to mark the circle.