While this course focuses on basic fitness skills and movement, it lays the foundation for the student’s future pursuit of becoming an astronaut.
Course Content
Week 1-2: Introduction to Movement
• Introduction to basic warm-up exercises (jumping jacks, arm circles, toe touches)
• Basic locomotor movements (walking, running, hopping, skipping)
• Learning different body parts and their movements
Week 3-4: Balance and Coordination
• Introduction to balance exercises (standing on one leg, walking on a line)
• Basic coordination drills (clapping hands, alternating arm swings)
• Incorporating movements into rhythm and patterns
Week 5-6: Strength Building
• Introduction to bodyweight exercises (push-ups against a wall, squats)
• Playful activities to encourage crawling, climbing, and hanging
• Simple partner exercises to develop strength
Week 7-8: Agility and Speed
• Agility exercises (weaving through cones, side-stepping)
• Introduction to short sprints and racing games
• Incorporating quick changes of direction in movement
Week 9-10: Flexibility and Stretching
• Gentle stretching routines (toe touches, reaching for the sky)
• Yoga-inspired movements to enhance flexibility
• Emphasizing the importance of staying limber
Week 11-12: Cardiovascular Endurance
• Introduction to simple aerobic exercises (jumping in place, dancing)
• Fun activities to raise heart rate (tag games, animal walks)
• Encouraging continuous movement for longer durations