Ferris Wheel Reaction Game
Dynamic warm-up game developing reaction time and gentle control skills through clockwise movement and catching challenges
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up game developing reaction time and gentle control skills through clockwise movement and catching challenges
Quick Info
moderate
25
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Balls/Shuttlecocks/Bean bags
1 per group (6-8 total)
Catching implements
20-30 (racquets, buckets, etc.)
Throwing Implements
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Badminton
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Reaction Time
Catching
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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