Stamina Squad Sequence

This sequence introduces 1st Grade students to cardiovascular fitness and the concept of pacing. Students learn to sustain movement through jogging, jumping rope, obstacle courses, and aerobic dance, culminating in a five-minute endurance challenge.

Pacing and Jogging Basics

Students learn the difference between sprinting and jogging using the 'Tortoise and Hare' story. They practice the 'Talk Test' to find a sustainable pace.

Jump Rope Skills for Cardio

Students practice basic jumping skills (invisible ropes or floor lines) to experience high-intensity cardio in short bursts. The lesson focuses on the stamina required to jump continuously for 30 seconds at a time.

Continuous Motion Obstacle Course

Students navigate a simple circuit of hoops, cones, and tunnels designed to keep them moving constantly. The focus is not on speed, but on completing multiple loops of the course without stopping for a break.

Rhythmic Aerobic Dance

Students follow simple, repetitive dance moves to high-energy music. This lesson teaches that cardio fitness can be achieved through dance and emphasizes keeping feet moving to the beat of the song.

The Five-Minute Fun Run Challenge

Students apply their pacing skills in a culminating challenge where the goal is to keep moving (walking or jogging) for a set duration. The focus is on personal accomplishment and using the 'slow jog' pace to succeed.