Animal Movement Adventure
An engaging warm-up using animal movements to prepare body for physical activity
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About This Activity
An engaging warm-up using animal movements to prepare body for physical activity
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Boundary Markers
4-8
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Fitness Activity
Skills
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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