Pace Control Timing Practice
Paired activity where students practice controlling their running pace using timing feedback
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About This Activity
Paired activity where students practice controlling their running pace using timing feedback
Quick Info
moderate
16
50m x 50m for circular track
Equipment Required
Stopwatches
1 per pair (15)
Cones
20-30
Recording sheets
1 per pair
Stopwatch
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Power
Speed
Endurance
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Self Assessment
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Responsibility
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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