Colour Cone Reactions
Students react to colour commands by moving quickly to touch specified cones and return to ready position
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About This Activity
Students react to colour commands by moving quickly to touch specified cones and return to ready position
Quick Info
moderate
15
10m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Coloured Cones
4 (different colours)
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Differentiation
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Reaction Time
Speed
Agility
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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