Circle Target Dodge
One player dodges balls thrown by teammates positioned around a circle boundary
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About This Activity
One player dodges balls thrown by teammates positioned around a circle boundary
Quick Info
8 mins
moderate
24
30m x 20m minimum for multiple circles
Equipment Required
Flat cones
20-24
Dodgeballs or soft balls
4-6
Cones
As needed
Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Dodgeball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Reaction Time
Dodging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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