Colour Cone Response Challenge
A dynamic warm-up where students move around the area and quickly respond to commands by finding matching coloured cone pairs.
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About This Activity
A dynamic warm-up where students move around the area and quickly respond to commands by finding matching coloured cone pairs.
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Coloured Cones
30 (15 pairs)
Tennis Balls
1 per student
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Fitness Activity
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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