The textbook discusses the main issues of the theory and methodology of teaching drill exercises, sports and pedagogical discipline "Gymnastics with teaching methods," presents questions for discussion, setting the current and final test material of the theoretical component with the methodology for applying the knowledge gained. This manual orients students to independent non-audit and classroom work. The manual is intended for students of higher educational institutions studying in the specialty of physical education, and may also be of interest to teachers of higher, secondary and general educational institutions.