Maximum Involvement Relay Challenge
Students experience different group sizes in relay activities to understand maximum involvement principles
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About This Activity
Students experience different group sizes in relay activities to understand maximum involvement principles
Quick Info
15 mins
high
30
30m x 20m for multiple relay lanes
Equipment Required
Cones
10-15
Stopwatch
1
Marker cones
20+ (10 for start lines, 10 for turning points)
Additional equipment for student-designed relays
Varied: bean bags, hoops, balls, skipping ropes, batons
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Leadership
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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