Unit Plan 8 (Grade K PE): Obstacle Course
Kindergarten students build movement sequencing and safe-space skills through a fun obstacle course with crawling, jumping, running, balancing, and stopping in order.
Focus: Help students combine simple movement skills in sequence while moving safely through an obstacle course that includes crawling, jumping, running, and stopping with control.
Grade Level: K
Subject Area: Physical Education (Movement Sequences • Locomotor Skills • Safe Space)
Total Unit Duration: 2 core sessions + 2 optional sessions (1–2 weeks), 20–30 minutes per session
I. Introduction
Students continue building early PE confidence by learning how to connect one movement to another in a simple sequence. In Kindergarten, obstacle courses are a strong way to help students practice moving in order, following pathways, and using both locomotor and non-locomotor actions in one activity. This unit uses light jogging and animal walks as a warm-up and then moves into a playful movement obstacle course where students may crawl, jump, run, balance, and stop at different points along the path. The goal is to help students practice sequencing movement skills while also learning how to travel safely in shared space.
Essential Questions
- How can I move through an obstacle course safely?
- What happens when I put different movements together in order?
- How can I crawl, jump, and run with control?
- How do I keep my body safe when other students are moving too?
II. Objectives and Standards
Learning Objectives — Students will be able to:
- Combine locomotor and non-locomotor skills in a simple movement sequence.
- Move safely in general space while maintaining personal space.
- Follow the order of an obstacle course using crawling, jumping, running, and stopping skills.
- Participate actively in teacher-led movement challenges with growing control and confidence.
Standards Alignment — Kindergarten (SHAPE America-based custom)
- PE:S1.Kd Combine locomotor and non-locomotor skills in simple movement sequences.
- Example: Students run, stop, balance, and jump during a follow-the-leader routine.
- PE:S2.Ka Move safely in general space while maintaining personal space.
- Example: Students move around the gym without bumping into others during a locomotor activity.
Success Criteria — Student Language
- I can move through the obstacle course in order.
- I can crawl, jump, and run with control.
- I can keep space between my body and others.
- I can stop, wait, and move safely in PE.