Hills and Ponds Adventure
Dynamic warm-up using cones and hoops as hills and ponds for varied locomotion
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up using cones and hoops as hills and ponds for varied locomotion
Quick Info
8 mins
moderate
20
15m x 20m
Equipment Required
Button cones
15
Hoops
15
Tambourine
1
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Jumping
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Differentiation
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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