Rounders Dodgeball
High-energy warm-up where runners dodge balls thrown by players positioned around a circle perimeter, developing spatial awareness and throwing accuracy
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About This Activity
High-energy warm-up where runners dodge balls thrown by players positioned around a circle perimeter, developing spatial awareness and throwing accuracy
Quick Info
high
24
15-20m diameter circle (larger for more students, smaller for fewer)
Equipment Required
Cones or markers
20-30
Dodgeballs or sponge balls
4-6
Forfeit zone markers
4 cones
Cones
As needed
Dodgeball
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Dodging
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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