Lily Pads and Snakes Obstacle Course

Students navigate an obstacle course jumping into hoops (lily pads) and over ropes (snakes) using proper jumping technique

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About This Activity

Students navigate an obstacle course jumping into hoops (lily pads) and over ropes (snakes) using proper jumping technique

Quick Info

moderate

20m x 15m minimum for full setup

Equipment Required

Hoops

8-10

Skipping ropes

6-8

Floor markers

30 (1 per student)

Ropes

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 2

Suitable Sports

Fundamental Movement Skills

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness

Jumping

Coordination

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Differentiation

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Features

Interactive

Engaging

Fun

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork

Cooperation

Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space

Outdoor

Weather

All Weather