Distance Jumping Stations
Rotation-based activity comparing jumping, hopping, and leaping distances with partner measurement and feedback
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About This Activity
Rotation-based activity comparing jumping, hopping, and leaping distances with partner measurement and feedback
Quick Info
moderate
18
30m x 20m for three simultaneous stations
Equipment Required
Measuring Tapes
3 (one per station)
Cones for marking
15-20
Station instruction cards
3
Cones
As needed
Cards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Jumping
Leaping
Body Control
Coordination
Hopping
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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