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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