Back-to-Back Space Partners
A listening and reaction game where students move according to instructions then quickly find back-to-back partners
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About This Activity
A listening and reaction game where students move according to instructions then quickly find back-to-back partners
Quick Info
moderate
21
12m x 15m minimum for full class
Equipment Required
Boundary Markers
8-12 cones
Music system
1
Whistle for stop signals
1
Sun Markers
As needed
Tunnel Systems
As needed
Whistles
As needed
None required
0
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 5
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Features
Social
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Reaction Time
Team Play
Balance
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Cool Down
Creative Expression
Skill Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
No Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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