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Break the Record Relay Challenge

Teams compete in 4x100m relay races focusing on personal best times and perfect technique, with emphasis on teamwork and improvement rather than just winning.

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About This Activity

Teams compete in 4x100m relay races focusing on personal best times and perfect technique, with emphasis on teamwork and improvement rather than just winning.

Quick Info

high
32
100m x 30m minimum for full relay lanes (or 4x50m for modified version)

Equipment Required

Relay batons

6-8 (one per team)

Cones

40-50 for marking lanes, zones, start and finish

Stopwatches

6-8 (one per team for timing)

Recording sheets

30 (one per student for data recording)

iPads/tablets with video app

2-4 for filming technique

Team bibs

30-40 in different colours

Relay Baton

As needed

Stopwatch

As needed

Score Sheets

As needed

Tablets

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7

Suitable Sports

Athletics

Activity Tags

Skills

Strategy
Speed
Team Play
Agility

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge

Activity Type

Main Game

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Intensity

High Intensity

Space

Outdoor

Competition

Moderate Competition

Weather

All Weather