Washington GT Magnet Elementary School

K-2 Electives

Physical Education and Health

BASIC GYMNASTICS
This course provides an introduction to the various components of gymnastics. Students will learn a variety of rolls, positions, and stunts on the mats, balance beam, vaulting horse, and even/uneven parallel bars. All movements will be taught with safety and spotting. The focus will be to improve balance, coordination, strength, and flexibility.

LIFETIME SPORTS
Students will participate in indoor and outdoor education movement activities. The basic skills of balance and coordination, as well as developmental exercises will be emphasized in lead up games for such lifetime recreational sports such as tennis, badminton, bowling, golf, and horseshoes.

READY, SET, MOVE
This is a course designed for Kindergartners to strengthen gross motor skills by using large muscle groups. The activities will include imitating body movements, identifying and using body parts, and manipulating their bodies in space.

SPORTS ARENA
For the young athlete who enjoys team sports, this course will emphasize basic skill development which is essential to succeeding in sports. The importance of physical fitness, good sportsmanship, and working as a team will be stressed as students participate in drills and pre-game situations.

Washington GT Magnet Elementary School
Phone: (919) 856-7960 / Fax: (919) 856-7985