Shape Command Response Game
Students respond to movement and shape commands while travelling between mats
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About This Activity
Students respond to movement and shape commands while travelling between mats
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Gymnastics Mats
1 per 2 students (15 mats for 30 students)
Cones or markers
8-10 for boundaries
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Differentiation
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skills
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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