Defender Ready Positions
Dynamic warm-up focusing on defensive stance and quick movement patterns
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up focusing on defensive stance and quick movement patterns
Quick Info
8 mins
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones
8-12
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Skill Progression
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Defensive Skills
Body Control
Agility
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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