Quick Formation Challenge
Students travel individually then quickly form groups and shapes when numbers and formations are called
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About This Activity
Students travel individually then quickly form groups and shapes when numbers and formations are called
Quick Info
moderate
24
12m x 12m minimum
Equipment Required
Formation cards
1 set
Whistle
1
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Transition Activity
Weather
All Weather
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