Cups Up Game
Fast-paced team game where students flip cups up or down, developing quick decision-making and fine motor skills
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About This Activity
Fast-paced team game where students flip cups up or down, developing quick decision-making and fine motor skills
Quick Info
moderate
24
10m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Speed stack cups
30-40 cups (1 per student approximately)
Boundary Markers
8-12 cones
Perforated Cups
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Reaction Time
Body Control
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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