Octopus Challenge
Swimmers cross the ocean avoiding octopus and growing seaweed obstacles using advanced dodging skills
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About This Activity
Swimmers cross the ocean avoiding octopus and growing seaweed obstacles using advanced dodging skills
Quick Info
high
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones for beach boundaries
8-10
Marker cones for seaweed
15-20
Cones
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Dodging
Agility
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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