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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
20
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