Video: Supports Intermediate Level

Beginners  If a child cannot yet hop continuously on one leg, have them only hop forwards in one row of hoops. Hold a hand for support if needed.

Intermediate  Hopping to the one side will be more challenging than to the other. Encourage the children to steady their balance between hops.

Advanced  The activity can be done using both the left and right leg. Encourage consistent hopping throughout.

Special Needs  This is a challenging activity. You can start with just two hoops in a row, then increase to three, adjust the activity as needed.

Two rows of three hoops are placed on the floor next to each other, resulting in three sets of double hoops.

A hop is done on the same leg in each hoop moving from the first hoop sideways then forwards and sideways and forwards and sideways until a hop is done in every hoop.

Hopping sideways is challenging. Encourage the children to keep hopping and to control their balance after each hop.

Emphasise if a child is hopping on their left or right leg so they learn which is their dominant side.

Encourage the children to keep their free leg up without touching the floor during the activity.

If a child struggles with balance stand nearby in case you need to catch them should they trip on a hoop or to support them when they struggle.