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Ship Balance and Character Movement Warm-up

Dynamic warm-up combining balance work with character exploration, where students move as if on a rocking ship and then explore different character types through movement

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About This Activity

Dynamic warm-up combining balance work with character exploration, where students move as if on a rocking ship and then explore different character types through movement

Quick Info

moderate
25
15m x 10m minimum

Equipment Required

Music system

1

Atmospheric music

1 track

Tunnel Systems

As needed

Suitable For

Year 7
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Dance
Gymnastics

Activity Tags

Features

Creative
Inclusive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning

Competition

Non-Competitive

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Skills

Balance
Body Control
Coordination

Activity Type

Warm Up

Weather

All Weather

Space

Indoor/Outdoor