Animal Forest Adventure
Dynamic warm-up where students move like different forest animals to prepare bodies for jumping
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up where students move like different forest animals to prepare bodies for jumping
Quick Info
moderate
25
15m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Boundary cones
8-12
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Warm Up
Fitness Activity
Weather
All Weather
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