Basketball Skills Relay Warm-Up
Partner-based warm-up combining passing, dribbling, and movement to prepare for basketball activities
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About This Activity
Partner-based warm-up combining passing, dribbling, and movement to prepare for basketball activities
Quick Info
8 mins
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Basketballs
1 per pair (15 for class of 30)
Basketball
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Basketball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skills
Passing
Agility
Coordination
Dribbling
Weather
All Weather
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