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Catch Clap

Partners throw and catch while following specific 'clap' or 'catch' commands to develop coordination and reaction skills

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About This Activity

Partners throw and catch while following specific 'clap' or 'catch' commands to develop coordination and reaction skills

Quick Info

moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum for 10 pairs

Equipment Required

Large Soft Balls

1 per pair (15 for class of 30)

Cones for marking zones

4 per pair (optional)

Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7
Year 5
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Leadership

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment

Features

Adaptable
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun

Space

Indoor
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Skills

Throwing
Reaction Time
Team Play
Catching
Body Control
Coordination

Values

Teamwork
Self-Control
Communication
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill
Warm Up

Weather

All Weather