Formation Games
Dynamic warm-up game where students travel around the space and quickly form groups in specific formations when called
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up game where students travel around the space and quickly form groups in specific formations when called
Quick Info
moderate
24
8m x 8m minimum
Equipment Required
Boundary markers (optional)
8-12 cones
Formation visual cards (optional)
5-6 cards
Markers
As needed
Cards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Dance
Gymnastics
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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