Egg and Spoon Balance Circuit
Partners take turns balancing objects on spoons while walking around cones, developing concentration and control
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Partners take turns balancing objects on spoons while walking around cones, developing concentration and control
Quick Info
moderate
16
25m x 15m
Equipment Required
Spoons
15 (1 per pair)
Objects to balance
15 (1 per pair)
Cones
15-20
Spoon
As needed
Balance Objects
As needed
Plastic spoons
15 (1 per pair)
Ping pong balls
15 plus spares
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Resilience
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Low Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Skills
Balance
Body Control
Coordination
Activity Type
Skill Game
Fitness Activity
Weather
All Weather
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