Musical Freeze Jumps
Students jump creatively to music and freeze in balanced positions when music stops
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About This Activity
Students jump creatively to music and freeze in balanced positions when music stops
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Music player with speakers
1
Boundary cones
8-12
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Jumping
Body Control
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Differentiation
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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