Balance Tag
An active warm-up game where tagged students must balance on different body parts until rescued
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About This Activity
An active warm-up game where tagged students must balance on different body parts until rescued
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Boundary Markers
8-12
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Balance
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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