Unit: English for Gymnastics

Learn essential vocabulary for gymnastics, covering equipment, skills, and competition.

The following activities can be tailored to fit the needs of your students and the goals your study program.

Vocabulary Builder Activity

Students will learn the following key terms and phrases:

Reading Activity: English for Gymnastics

Students will be able to correctly answer true/false questions after reading and listening to topical short articles and dialogs featuring topical vocabulary.

Gymnast A: I'm so nervous about the Competition! What if I fall off the Balance Beam? Gymnast B: Don't worry! You've been practicing your Routine for months. Just remember your Landing. Gymnast A: But the Judge will be watching! What if my Score is low? Gymnast B: The Judge knows how hard we work. Just focus on your Form! Do you use Chalk on the Uneven Bars? Gymnast A: Continue

Multiple Choice Activity

Students will be able to select the best match between unit terms and their definitions.

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Spelling and Recognition

Students will be able to identify and spell a vocabulary term correctly given only the definition.

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Writing Practice Activity

Students will write a short essay to be graded by the teacher. If no teacher is available or desired, then the student is shown previous examples of other writings by students.

What apparatus are they most nervous about?

What do they use to help their grip?

What do they wear?

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