Dodgeball Channel Run
Students run through a channel while teachers throw soft balls to develop dodging skills and warm up
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About This Activity
Students run through a channel while teachers throw soft balls to develop dodging skills and warm up
Quick Info
high
20
20m x 8m minimum
Equipment Required
Soft balls
4-6
Cones or markers
6-8
Softballs
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Target Games
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Skills
Dodging
Agility
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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