Prison Break
Exciting elimination game where players must return shots to stay 'free' or become catchers
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About This Activity
Exciting elimination game where players must return shots to stay 'free' or become catchers
Quick Info
high
20
Full badminton court (13.4m x 6.1m) minimum, ideally multiple courts
Equipment Required
Badminton nets
1-2 depending on group size
Shuttlecocks
20-30 mix of plastic and feather
Rackets
1 per player
Cones
8-12 for boundaries
Badminton Rackets
As needed
Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Badminton
Activity Tags
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Competitive Learning
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Catching
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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