Compass Directional Sprint Game
High-energy warm-up where students sprint to bases labelled with compass directions when called, developing agility, listening skills, and spatial awareness
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High-energy warm-up where students sprint to bases labelled with compass directions when called, developing agility, listening skills, and spatial awareness
Quick Info
high
24
20m x 20m minimum, 25m x 25m optimal
Equipment Required
Bases or large cones
4
Direction labels
4 (N, S, E, W)
Whistle
1
Bases
As needed
Zone Labels
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Softball
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Reaction Time
Agility
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Team Challenge
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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