Defensive Shadow Tag
Partners practice defensive movement patterns by shadowing each other's movements while maintaining set distance
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About This Activity
Partners practice defensive movement patterns by shadowing each other's movements while maintaining set distance
Quick Info
moderate
20
30m x 20m
Equipment Required
Cones
8-12
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Handball
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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