THE IMPACT OF A COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM ON FLEXIBILITY INDICATORS OF YOUNGER SCHOOLCHILDREN

Abstract

The article is devoted to the experimental verification of a comprehensive method for developing flexibility in primary school students attending a modern dance group, using gymnastic exercises and choreography elements. The effectiveness of the method was assessed by comparing the indicators of special tests that determined flexibility in different muscle groups and joints, before and after the experiment in the experimental and control groups. Based on the results of statistical methods, the effectiveness of the implemented methodology in the educational process of primary school students was determined.

The purpose of the work is to experimentally test a comprehensive program for developing flexibility in primary school students in the process of physical education.

Methodology. The theoretical analysis of literary sources conducted during the study made it possible to compare existing methods and approaches to developing flexibility; choose their advantages and adapt the proposed comprehensive methodology to the age characteristics of primary school children. The proposed methodology was experimentally implemented in the work of an after-school dance group. It has been proven that the combination of gymnastic exercises and choreography elements in the educational and training process of girls aged 8-10 promotes the development of flexibility and has a positive effect on interest in classes, improves dynamic and static balance, and cultivates a sense of rhythm.

The scientific novelty lies in the development, justification, and experimental verification of a comprehensive methodology for developing flexibility. It has been proven that the introduction of choreography elements into classes increased the girls' sense of well-being and positive attitude towards physical activity.

Conclusions. A comprehensive program for developing flexibility in younger schoolgirls using gymnastic exercises and choreography elements is effective. Significant improvements in flexibility tests in various muscle groups and joints were identified under the influence of the program in the experimental group. The developed methodology for integrating different types of physical activity can be adapted to the educational and training process of younger schoolchildren in various educational institutions.