Bench Balance Communication Challenge
Teams arrange themselves in specific orders while balancing on benches without touching the ground
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About This Activity
Teams arrange themselves in specific orders while balancing on benches without touching the ground
Quick Info
moderate
20
10m x 15m with clear area around benches
Equipment Required
Gymnastic benches
4-6 benches
Safety Mats
8-12 mats
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Skills
Team Play
Balance
Coordination
Activity Type
Skill Game
Fitness Activity
Weather
All Weather
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