Beat the Cone Challenge
Individual challenge where students sprint for 3 seconds, mark their distance with a cone, then try to beat their own distance on the second attempt.
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About This Activity
Individual challenge where students sprint for 3 seconds, mark their distance with a cone, then try to beat their own distance on the second attempt.
Quick Info
high
20
30m x 20m minimum (25m sprint space plus safety margin)
Equipment Required
Cones
30-40 (one per student plus spares)
Whistle
1
Whistles
As needed
Stopwatch or timing app
1
Start line markers
4-6
Stopwatch
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Health Related Fitness
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Individual Practice
Progressive Challenge
Self Assessment
Personal Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Self-Control
Perseverance
Responsibility
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Speed
Agility
Coordination
Endurance
Weather
All Weather
Activity Type
Fitness Activity
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