30-Second Shuttle Run Agility Challenge
Timed shuttle running between markers to test and develop agility and direction-changing ability
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About This Activity
Timed shuttle running between markers to test and develop agility and direction-changing ability
Quick Info
high
25
20m x 15m minimum for 5 lanes
Equipment Required
Cones
20 (4 per lane)
Stopwatch
1-5 depending on lanes
Recording sheets
1 per student
Measuring tape
1
Score Sheets
As needed
Measuring Tapes
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Health Related Fitness
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Individual Practice
Progressive Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Markers Required
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Speed
Agility
Endurance
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
Activity Type
Fitness Activity
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