Basketball Movement Preparation
Dynamic warm-up combining movement and basic ball handling to prepare for basketball activities
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up combining movement and basic ball handling to prepare for basketball activities
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m
Equipment Required
Basketballs
1 per student
Corner cones
4
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Features
Social
Inclusive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Agility
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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