Moving Target Challenge
Partner activity where one student throws to make their partner move to catch balls in a designated area
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About This Activity
Partner activity where one student throws to make their partner move to catch balls in a designated area
Quick Info
high
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Balls (volleyball size)
1 per pair (15)
Target area markers
40 cones or markers
Hula hoops
1 per group
Bowling pins or targets
1 per group
Soft throwing balls
2-3 per group
Team bibs
2 sets per group
Hoops
As needed
Bowling Pins
As needed
Throwing Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Sending and Receiving
Teaching Games for Understanding
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Throwing
Team Play
Decision Making
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Skill Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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