Ohio State nav bar

Skip to main content

The Ohio State University

  • Help
  • BuckeyeLink
  • Map
  • Find People
  • Webmail
  • Search Ohio State

Sport Fitness and Health Program

College of Education and Human Ecology
  • Home
  • About
    • Vision and Mission
    • Instructors and Staff
    • Facilities
    • Department of Human Sciences
  • Courses
    • Activities Fitness
    • Activities Sport/Skill
    • Outdoor Pursuits
    • Lecture Only

Tumbling 1

KNSFHP 1158.01  (1 credit)

Description:

 

Prerequisites:

  • None

Equipment (students must purchase for class):

What you will learn:

  • Safety and injury prevention
  • Definition of key points and terminology
  • Body prep for tumbling
  • Basic biomechanical principles underlying tumbling
  • Basic tumbling skills
  • How to perform a routine of tumbling skills

What to expect:

  • The instructor will assess your skill level at the beginning and throughout the course
  • You will perform skill tests for the instructor to evaluate
  • You will perform a basic routine using the skills you learn

Potential benefits:

  • Improves coordination
  • Develops agility and flexibility
  • Builds muscular strength
  • A fun and effective workout
  • Improved mental focus and concentration
  • A better understanding of physics

Fun facts:

  • Tumbling is a form of gymnastics similar to floor exercise but without dance elements.
  • Ancient Greeks and Romans performed tumbling skills for fitness and amusement.
  • Tumbling skills are key for performers in the circus arts.

Sources:

http://legendarystrength.com/the-7-values-of-tumbling-by-loken-and-willoughby/

http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-tumbling.htm

Buckeye Link

The Ohio State University

Sport, Fitness, and Health Program
Department of Human Sciences
PAES Building; 305 Annie and John Glenn Ave Columbus, OH 43210
Phone: 614-292-2606| Email Jae Westfall

  • Facebook
  • Twitter

© 2025 Sport Fitness And health program | The Ohio State University - College of Education and Human Ecology | Accessibility | Privacy Policy