Pendulum Trust Exercise
A trio trust activity where one person maintains rigid body position while being gently pushed back and forth between two partners
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About This Activity
A trio trust activity where one person maintains rigid body position while being gently pushed back and forth between two partners
Quick Info
low
21
Minimum 10m x 10m for class of 30 (each trio needs 2m x 2m space)
Equipment Required
Mats (optional)
One per group (optional)
Whistle
1
Mats
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Features
Social
Inclusive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skills
Core Strength
Balance
Body Control
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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