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Musical Formation Challenge

Musical statues variation where students create formations with specific numbers of people when music stops.

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About This Activity

Musical statues variation where students create formations with specific numbers of people when music stops.

Quick Info

moderate
24
12m x 12m minimum

Equipment Required

Music system

1

Formation poster cards

6-10 different formations

Music system with remote control

1

Formation reference cards

4 large cards

Group identification (bibs/bands)

6-8 sets of different colours

Music Player

As needed

Cards

As needed

Bibs

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7
Year 5
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Dance

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Body Control
Agility
Coordination

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity
High Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game
Creative Expression
Skill Game

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Respect

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Weather

All Weather