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Counter Tension Balance Builder

Partner activity developing counter tension balancing skills at three distinct levels (low, medium, high) with focus on symmetry and controlled holds

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About This Activity

Partner activity developing counter tension balancing skills at three distinct levels (low, medium, high) with focus on symmetry and controlled holds

Quick Info

moderate
20
Each pair needs 2m x 2m space, so 15m x 20m hall for 30 students

Equipment Required

Gymnastics Mats

1 per pair (15 for class of 30)

Whiteboard with markers

1

Visual level cards

3 (showing low, medium, high)

Sun Markers

As needed

Cards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 8

Suitable Sports

Gymnastics

Activity Tags

Features

Adaptable
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging

Space

Indoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Personal Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill
Fitness Activity

Skills

Balance
Body Control
Coordination

Weather

All Weather