Boulders Dodging Game
Active dodging game where students move backwards across an area while avoiding soft ball 'boulders' thrown gently by side throwers
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About This Activity
Active dodging game where students move backwards across an area while avoiding soft ball 'boulders' thrown gently by side throwers
Quick Info
high
20
15m x 8m
Equipment Required
Soft balls
8-12
Boundary Markers
8-10
Equipment bag
1
Cones
8-10
Cones or markers
8-12 for boundary marking
Whistle
1
Softballs
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Soft balls (foam or sponge)
30-40
Equipment Bags
2 for ball collection
Dodgeball
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 7
Year 5
Year 9
Year 6
Year 2
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Invasion Games
Handball
Volleyball
Basketball
Netball
Dodgeball
Athletics
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Reaction Time
Dodging
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Progressive Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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