River Crossing Equipment Challenge

Teams work together to cross a designated space using limited equipment without touching the ground

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About This Activity

Teams work together to cross a designated space using limited equipment without touching the ground

Quick Info

moderate

15m x 8m minimum for multiple teams

Equipment Required

Gymnastic mats

8-10 mats

Gymnastic benches

4-6 benches

Boundary Markers

10-12 cones or lines

Gymnastics Mats

As needed

Gymnastics Benches

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Skills

Strategy

Spatial Awareness

Team Play

Decision Making

Space

Indoor

Medium Space

Outdoor

Indoor/Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive

Interactive

Engaging

Challenging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game

Creative Expression

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork

Communication

Cooperation

Weather

All Weather