5,4,3,2,1 Cooperative Catching Challenge
Partners work together to achieve decreasing catch targets while building cooperation and coordination
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About This Activity
Partners work together to achieve decreasing catch targets while building cooperation and coordination
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Balls
1 per pair (15)
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Catching
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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