Crabs and Scorpions Tag
Dynamic warm-up game where students move like crabs while avoiding scorpion taggers, developing core strength and spatial awareness
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up game where students move like crabs while avoiding scorpion taggers, developing core strength and spatial awareness
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones
8-12
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Core Strength
Team Play
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Progressive Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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