Ocean Break Challenge
Competitive game where students hit balls over nets to stay 'safe on beach' while those who miss go to 'ocean' and can escape by catching others' balls
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About This Activity
Competitive game where students hit balls over nets to stay 'safe on beach' while those who miss go to 'ocean' and can escape by catching others' balls
Quick Info
high
18
15m x 8m per group of 6
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
1 per student
Tennis Balls
1 per student
Nets or cone markers
1 per court
Court boundary markers
20-30 cones
Nets
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Throwing
Catching
Hopping
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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