Pacing Runs Circuit
A dynamic warm-up activity where students practice different movement paces through colour-coded stations to develop game stamina and tactical pacing skills.
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About This Activity
A dynamic warm-up activity where students practice different movement paces through colour-coded stations to develop game stamina and tactical pacing skills.
Quick Info
10 mins
moderate
25
40m x 30m minimum
Equipment Required
Coloured markers or cones
16 (4 of each colour)
Whistle
1
Dish Cones
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Lacrosse
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Differentiation
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Game Sense
Passing
Endurance
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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