Beat My Own Glide Challenge
Partner activity where students try to improve their own gliding distance with peer feedback
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About This Activity
Partner activity where students try to improve their own gliding distance with peer feedback
Quick Info
moderate
16
Swimming pool width - minimum 8m gliding distance
Equipment Required
Kickboards
Optional for less confident students
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Swimming
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Individual Practice
Skill Progression
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Body Control
Coordination
Endurance
Weather
All Weather
Values
Responsibility
Cooperation
Respect
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