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Gears Warm-Up

Dynamic warm-up where students explore different movement speeds by changing 'gears' from slow walking to running, developing pace control and spatial awareness

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About This Activity

Dynamic warm-up where students explore different movement speeds by changing 'gears' from slow walking to running, developing pace control and spatial awareness

Quick Info

moderate
20
15m x 20m minimum

Equipment Required

Boundary Markers

8-12 cones

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3
Year 1
Year 4
Year 2
Reception
Nursery

Suitable Sports

Athletics
Football
Basketball
Rugby
Hockey
Netball
Tennis

Activity Tags

Space

Indoor
Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Speed
Passing

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Energizing

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Differentiation

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Warm Up

Weather

All Weather