Compass SAQ with Racket Control
A directional movement warm-up using compass points that progresses to include racket handling skills
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About This Activity
A directional movement warm-up using compass points that progresses to include racket handling skills
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum for 8 pairs
Equipment Required
Cones
8 per pair (64 total for 8 pairs)
Rackets
1 per student for progression phase
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Badminton
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Rallying
Agility
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Team Challenge
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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