Controlled Spinning and Animal Movement Cool-Down
Calming cool-down combining controlled spinning movements with fun animal movement and reflection
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About This Activity
Calming cool-down combining controlled spinning movements with fun animal movement and reflection
Quick Info
low
20
12m x 12m
Equipment Required
Soft background music
1 speaker/system
Background Music
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Activity Type
Cool Down
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Catching
Body Control
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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