Jumping, Leaping and Hopping Balance Course
Progressive dynamic balance activity where students practice jumping, leaping, and hopping movements with controlled squat landings to develop balance control whilst moving
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About This Activity
Progressive dynamic balance activity where students practice jumping, leaping, and hopping movements with controlled squat landings to develop balance control whilst moving
Quick Info
high
24
30m x 20m recommended for multiple lanes
Equipment Required
Cones or markers
20-30 for lane marking
Straight line markers
4-6 lines
Cones
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Health Related Fitness
Athletics
Basketball
Football
Rugby
Hockey
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Jumping
Balance
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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