Compass Corners
Students react to directional calls by running to designated walls, comparing reaction times from different starting positions
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About This Activity
Students react to directional calls by running to designated walls, comparing reaction times from different starting positions
Quick Info
high
20
Large hall or outdoor area with four clear walls/boundaries
Equipment Required
Cones
1 per student for starting positions
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Net and Wall
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Reaction Time
Agility
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Differentiation
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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