Back Baton Relay Challenge
Partners navigate circuit while maintaining foam baton between shoulders without hands
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About This Activity
Partners navigate circuit while maintaining foam baton between shoulders without hands
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Foam batons
1 per pair (15 total)
Cones
8-12 for circuit markers
Low Hurdles
3-4 optional
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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