8-Point Circle Navigation
Small groups navigate a compass-point circle system, moving from starting positions through a central dodging point to opposite positions whilst maintaining ball possession through cradling
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About This Activity
Small groups navigate a compass-point circle system, moving from starting positions through a central dodging point to opposite positions whilst maintaining ball possession through cradling
Quick Info
high
28
30m x 30m minimum for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Lacrosse sticks
1 per student (30)
Lacrosse Balls
1 per student (30)
Coloured Cones
4 per group - different colours (32 total for 8 groups)
Central spot markers
1 per group (8)
Whistle
1
Sun Markers
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 11
Year 10
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Lacrosse
Hockey
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Racquets Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Dodging
Balance
Agility
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skill Game
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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