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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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About This Activity

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