Catching Chase
Dynamic warm-up combining catching practice with chase elements to develop hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up combining catching practice with chase elements to develop hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Balls (tennis balls or soft cricket balls)
1 per pair (15 balls for 30 students)
Boundary markers/cones
8-12
Balls
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Reaction Time
Catching
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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