Smart Pacing Tactics Challenge

Students experience different racing tactics to understand the importance of pacing in distance running

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Students experience different racing tactics to understand the importance of pacing in distance running

Quick Info

high

60m x 60m minimum for track layout

Equipment Required

Cones

16-20

Stopwatch

1-2

Suitable For

Year 5

Suitable Sports

Athletics

Activity Tags

Skills

Strategy

Game Sense

Passing

Endurance

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space

Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cognitive Challenge

Team Challenge

Features

Interactive

Engaging

Challenging

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Cones Required

Values

Teamwork

Sportsmanship

Cooperation

Intensity

High Intensity

Activity Type

Skill Game

Weather

All Weather