Foam Javelin Experience
Authentic athletics experience with foam javelins including measuring, officiating and personal best tracking
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About This Activity
Authentic athletics experience with foam javelins including measuring, officiating and personal best tracking
Quick Info
moderate
24
40m x 15m clear throwing area
Equipment Required
Foam Javelins
8-12
Distance markers/cones
10-15
Recording sheets
One per group
Sun Markers
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Coordination
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Space
Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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