Dodge Ball Awareness Challenge
Progressive activity building from catching while moving to dodging balls while developing peer coaching skills
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About This Activity
Progressive activity building from catching while moving to dodging balls while developing peer coaching skills
Quick Info
high
18
5m x 5m per group minimum
Equipment Required
Soft foam balls
1 per group of 3
Coloured Cones
4 per group (from previous activity)
Soft Dodgeballs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Leadership
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Dodging
Team Play
Catching
Values
Leadership
Teamwork
Cooperation
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Progressive Challenge
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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