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Formation and Tactical Understanding

Teams learn and practice football formations while developing tactical understanding through hands-on positioning and movement work

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About This Activity

Teams learn and practice football formations while developing tactical understanding through hands-on positioning and movement work

Quick Info

moderate
21
40m x 30m for multiple teams

Equipment Required

Cones

30-40

Tactical boards

4-6

Scoring Boards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Football

Activity Tags

Features

Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment
Cones Required

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Weather

All Weather