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Bench Cave Challenge

Teams navigate through more complex cave systems using benches and covers while developing advanced teamwork strategies

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About This Activity

Teams navigate through more complex cave systems using benches and covers while developing advanced teamwork strategies

Quick Info

moderate
24
20m x 15m minimum for full class

Equipment Required

Gym benches

2 per team (16 for 8 teams)

Large covers

1-2 per team

Gym box tops

4-6 pieces for advanced challenges

Benches

As needed

Large Cover

As needed

Box Tops

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5
Year 4
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Skills

Strategy
Spatial Awareness
Crawling
Team Play
Coordination

Space

Indoor
Medium Space

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Game

Weather

All Weather