Gorilla Walk Movement Game
A fun animal movement warm-up that builds coordination and prepares students for sideways movement patterns
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About This Activity
A fun animal movement warm-up that builds coordination and prepares students for sideways movement patterns
Quick Info
8 mins
moderate
20
10m x 15m minimum
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Equipment
No Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skills
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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