4v4 Modified Volleyball Warm-up
Fast-paced 4v4 volleyball game using catch-and-throw method to raise heart rate and review basic skills
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About This Activity
Fast-paced 4v4 volleyball game using catch-and-throw method to raise heart rate and review basic skills
Quick Info
moderate
24
6m x 12m per court (can run 3-4 courts simultaneously)
Equipment Required
Volleyball net and posts
1 per 8 students (minimum 3 for class of 30)
Volleyballs
1 per court (minimum 3-4 for class)
Court markers/cones
8 per court (24 total for 3 courts)
Whistle
1
Markers Cones
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Coordination
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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