Basketball Shadows
Students copy basketball movements called out by teacher to warm up specific muscle groups
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About This Activity
Students copy basketball movements called out by teacher to warm up specific muscle groups
Quick Info
moderate
25
15m x 15m minimum
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Game Sense
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
No Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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