Game-Based Learning (GBL) has emerged as an innovative learning approach aimed at enhancing student engagement and promoting the development of critical thinking skills, particularly at the elementary school level. This study was conducted at SD Negeri Labuhan 1 using a qualitative approach and a case study method. The primary objective of this research is to analyze the implementation of GBL within the context of elementary education, focusing on students’ and teachers’ needs and interests, the strategies used for implementation, the impact of GBL on students’ critical thinking skills, and the supporting and inhibiting factors affecting its success. The findings indicate that 75% of students expressed a higher preference for game-based learning over conventional teaching methods, showing high levels of enthusiasm and participation during the learning process. GBL proved effective in increasing students' motivation to learn, strengthening collaboration, and stimulating analytical and reflective thinking. However, several challenges were encountered in the implementation of GBL, including limited technological infrastructure in schools and the lack of specialized training for teachers in designing and managing game-based learning activities effectively. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that GBL holds significant potential as a teaching strategy that can foster students’ critical thinking skills from an early age. Nevertheless, to achieve optimal outcomes, strong support from various stakeholders is essential, including the provision of adequate facilities and the enhancement of teachers’ competencies through continuous professional development and training in designing and applying GBL in daily classroom activities.

Tujuan Penelitian ini untuk mendapatkan dan mengetahui profil kondisi fisik atlet olahraga Panahan senior di Kabupaten Ponorogo. Jenis penelitian menggunakan kualitatif deskriptif. Responden yang dipakai dalam penelitian ini ialah pelatih dan atlet Panahan senior Kabupaten Ponorogo. Proses dalam pengumpulan data diambil melalui tahapan observasi, tahapan angket, dan tahapan wawancara secara langsung untuk mendapatkan data terkait profil kondisi fisik atlet Panahan senior Kabupaten Ponorogo. Data penelitian diperoleh melalui cara observasi, Tes, dan wawancara. Adapun analisis data yang dipakai yakni reduksi data, penyaajian data dan penarikan sebuah kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menjabarkan bahwa berdasarkan 5 jenis Tes yang dilakukan terhadap atlet Panahan senior Ponorogo, diperoleh data yang menunjukkan masih kurang, hal tersebut didukung oleh pernyataan responden dalam wawancara bahwa latihan kondisi fisik tidak dilaksanakan selama pandemi. Kesimpulan dalam penelitian ini ialah profil kondisi atlet Panahan senior di Kabupaten Ponorogo masih sangat kurang yaitu pada 3 jenis tes diantaranya tes pull up, sit and reach, dan balke dengan presentase nilai sebesar 80% dan baik pada dua tes yaitu koordinasi mata tangan dan tes wall squat dengan presentase nilai sebesar 20%, sehingga perlu dilakukan peningkatan melalui berbagai latihan fisik agar mampu meningkatkan prestasi Panahan di setiap kejuaraan.