Pre/Post Shift
True or False
Each ingredient should be reviewed quickly, transitions and cues are most important to discuss
What is True
Why is it important to have a discipline protocol
What is to have smooth classes, to help our kiddos learn and grow in a loving environment, to maintain control of class
What is connection with children?
What is both teachers connecting individually and as group with the children in class
What does Circle Time help to promote in our students?
What is The ability to focus during structured activities
(other acceptable answers:
Knowing their own name-Linguistic Skill
Body Identification
Confidence
Actions to Music
Following Instructions)
List 5 Do's
What is greet everyone who walks in, have fun, encourage, compliment, stay onstage, give kids special attention, smile, be genuine, learn names, high fives, one teacher in play area at all times
If someone is unsure of a particular ingredient what can you do?
What is rehearse it
Name 2 tips to keep the children’s attention and help with disciplining
Move through skill stations quickly. Mold/train your parents. Use fun, simple, and effective “attention getters.” Be appropriate with your discipline; don’t take the parent’s role.
What is constant movement and activity?
What is the relay, tumbling skill, and the Skill Stations done quickly, with as little time spent waiting on the mat as possible
Independant time is important for:
(hint: there are multiple correct answers)
What is
-Independence
-Confidence
-Sharing
-Self Regulation
List 5 Don'ts
What is no attitude, don't sit, never hit, show frustration, gossip, no siblings on carpet, no sarcasm
Name 2 things to perform in the beginning before class review
What is review class rosters, perform all checklist items, assign trials, and decide who’s teaching what class
Why and When to use 3, 4 or 5 steps
What is 3 steps can be employed with a child who repeatedly misbehaves. Child understands the consequences and continues to test the teachers.
Which element of class quality would echoing be classified as?
What is appropriate energy and atmosphere
During what ages are student's minds most malleable?
What is 0-5 are the ages where personalities, habits, and self esteem are developed.
What do we strive for here at My Gym
What is to teach amazing classes and creating a fun and safe space for everyone
Name 3 things that the lead and assist must discuss
What is Shtick, Music Cues, transitions/equipment, skill station, and any required props
When children are at that testing age and will test constantly, what "word" is helpful to get them to listen. Can you give an example
What is "when"
"When you sit on the mat, you get your turn.”
What element would constant overall eye be classified as for class quality?
What is safe
At what class level should students be able to jump with two feet independently?
What is Terrific Tots
Being aware at all times of everything that is happening in the gym is called
What is Overall Eye
What is the importance of looking through the class roster prior to children arriving?
What is determining any discipline or special needs
List the 5 steps of the discipline protocol
1. Fun matter 2. Slightly more serious 3. Serious 4. Ultimatum 5. Follow Through
What is class management and timing?
What is class beginning and ending on time and did the class suffer because of a poor transition or communication
What does the phrase "meaningful play" refer to?
What is It refers to the thoughtful way programming is created for specific ages and abilities. Basically- all the play we do has a development purpose/focus.
True or False
The way you say things is as important as to what you say
What is True