Class Theory of Sports Training I - Gymnastics I

The UC addresses the basic contents of Gymnastics, both for the teaching-learning of the various techniques, and for the analysis of movement and the teaching-learning process. Theoretical knowledge is presented in close connection with practical exercises and their critical analysis. The transmitted knowledge is adapted to each branch/specialty so that students can use it in their professional careers, either in Physical Education, in sports training in the various sports and in Exercise and Health with populations with different characteristics.

The syllabus presented is shared by the three branches of specialization mentioned above. Pedagogical progressions and teaching methods are adapted to each branch, for teaching-learning in the school context and in the context of sports training.

1. Basic concepts, posture, body segmentation, positions, directions, movements, PMGs, connection elements

2. Terminology, synoptic table of movement analysis, motor actions and levels of execution

3. Technical elements and their variants, technical description, prerequisites for learning, pedagogical progressions, common errors, manual intervention, adaptation to different conditions: forward and backward rolls with and without aerial phase, headstand and handstand (HS), HS with entry and exit with rolls, carthwheel and roundoff, hand spring and flic-flac.

During contact hours, a theoretical-practical methodology is preferred, in which theoretical knowledge is explored and analyzed with practical exercises. Students have a workbook, as well as content in videos with explanations, demonstrations of the various technical elements covered. Classes are scheduled in such a way that face-to-face monitoring is given in the development of work during classes.

Barata, Paulo V.A.; Barreto, J. Manual de apoio. Ginástica I. Ano letivo de 2022/2023. Sebenta de apoio à disciplina.