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Ball Tag

Dynamic warm-up game where students with balls become taggers, promoting spatial awareness and ball handling

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About This Activity

Dynamic warm-up game where students with balls become taggers, promoting spatial awareness and ball handling

Quick Info

high
20
15m x 15m minimum

Equipment Required

Tennis Balls

5

Cones

8-12

Soft balls

As needed

Dodgeballs

As needed

Basketballs

As needed

Rugby Balls

As needed

Suitable For

Year 1
Year 2

Suitable Sports

Ball Skills

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game
Warm Up

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Skills

Team Play
Agility
Coordination

Weather

All Weather

Space

Indoor/Outdoor