Locomotion

Locomotion is moving from one space to another.

Categories of Locomotion
1. Locomotions on feet

2. Locomotions in hang (shoulders are below base of support)

3. Locomotions in support (shoulders above the base of support)

On Feet

- Running

- Jumping

- Skipping

- Hopping

- Side stepping

In Hang

- monkey walk variations

In Support

- bear walks

- crab walks

- cartwheels

PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS OF LOCOMOTIONS

- Locomotion can be done with a partner

- Motivate and add interest with music

- Add variety by changing rhythm, levels and speed

- When locomotions have been mastered on the floor, they can be taken up onto apparatus

- Revise locomotions during warm up

- Use various locomotions to move around stations in a circuit

- Use animal walks in relays