How to Lay Out Training Stations for Gymnastic Bar Exercises (Preschool)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Make sure the bars are low enough.

   If the bars are too high or too far apart, this can be dangerous.
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   Step 2: Put 8-inch thick mats under the bars.

   This is a must-do.
   
   At least one kid will fall off. , For instance, have one station involve doing a front support.
   
   Another could be pullovers with help, and a third could be casting drills. , Showing is better than telling.
   
   Bring up a kid to help demonstrate.
   
   Switch the stations so that each kid gets a turn at each one.
   
   Have each kid go one at a time and show the kids the skill that they will practice. , This is the station where the kids can play, swing, or do any skill. , This is on the low bar (with a mat under, if necessary).
   
   The kids do a pullover, either with help or by themselves. ,, This is not a station, but a course.
   
   The kids can swing over the lava, water, etc., jump on the springboard, then (with the stairs) swing off the high bar onto a wrestling mat (8-inch mat). , This means that the kids will put both their hands and feet on the bar, and swing off with the help of a coach staying in that position until they land. , This is leaning forwards while staying tucked and going down off the bar. , For example, they could do 5 sit ups, then get to practice their splits, or something else fun
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   Step 3: Plan the stations.

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   Step 4: Show the kids what to do.

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   Step 5: Set up a freestyle station.

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   Step 6: Make a place for pullovers.

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   Step 7: Provide apparatus and room for swinging.

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   Step 8: Make an obstacle course.

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   Step 9: Set aside a specific station for sole circle swings.

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    Step 10: Provide a station for roll downs.

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    Step 11: Have a conditioning station.

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