Curved Running Tag
A tactical tag game where taggers use curved runs to force targets into predictable paths
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About This Activity
A tactical tag game where taggers use curved runs to force targets into predictable paths
Quick Info
8 mins
moderate
24
20m x 30m (can be adapted)
Equipment Required
Cones
8-12
Coloured Bibs
3-6
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Agility
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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