5v5 Tag Rugby Match
Full competitive tag rugby games applying all rules and tactics in match-like situations
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About This Activity
Full competitive tag rugby games applying all rules and tactics in match-like situations
Quick Info
high
20
15m x 15m per game
Equipment Required
Rugby Balls
1 per game (2-3 total)
Tag Belts
1 per student
Team bands
2 sets of different colours
Boundary cones
16-20
Team bibs
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Tag Belts and Tags
1 belt with 2 tags per student (full class set of 30)
Bibs
15 of one colour for team identification
Cones
12-16 for try lines and halfway markers
Whistle
1 for referee (teacher)
Scoreboard
1 (optional)
Suitable For
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Competitive Learning
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Agility
Activity Type
Main Game
Competition
High Competition
Moderate Competition
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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