Pendulum Rope Jumping
Students work in groups of four with two turning a rope like a pendulum while two others practice jumping timing
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About This Activity
Students work in groups of four with two turning a rope like a pendulum while two others practice jumping timing
Quick Info
moderate
24
20m x 15m for full class
Equipment Required
Long ropes
6-8 ropes (one per group of 4)
Boundary Markers
12-16 cones
Rope
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Timing
Team Play
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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