Pirates vs Sailors Strategic Challenge
Strategic competitive game where sailors must cross dangerous waters to complete mission while pirates defend their territory
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About This Activity
Strategic competitive game where sailors must cross dangerous waters to complete mission while pirates defend their territory
Quick Info
high
24
25m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Gym mats or crossing mats
12-16 (2 per sailor team)
Soft throwing balls (sponge balls)
15-20
Bean bags for dynamite
30
Hoops for targets and bases
8-10
Boundary Markers
12-15
Gym Mats
As needed
Throwing Balls
As needed
Balls
As needed
Hoops
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Values
Leadership
Teamwork
Cooperation
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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