Olympic Distance Challenge
Inspiring competition connecting student achievements to Olympic records through multiple jump challenges
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About This Activity
Inspiring competition connecting student achievements to Olympic records through multiple jump challenges
Quick Info
high
25
50m x 20m for full competition setup
Equipment Required
Measuring Tapes
3-4 tapes
Recording materials
Clipboards and sheets
Olympic distance marker
1 large cone/flag
Take-off line markers
Rope or 15 cones
Marker cones
As needed
Recording clipboards
As needed
Calculators
As needed
Highly visible cone or marker
As needed
Team markers or bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Fitness Activity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Responsibility
Cooperation
Skills
Team Play
Decision Making
Endurance
Weather
All Weather
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