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Snakes and Waves

Interactive jumping game where students navigate moving rope obstacles, developing timing, accuracy, and quick reactions

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About This Activity

Interactive jumping game where students navigate moving rope obstacles, developing timing, accuracy, and quick reactions

Quick Info

moderate
20
Minimum 15m x 10m for safe movement

Equipment Required

Long skipping ropes

6-10 ropes

Cones or markers

12-16

Ropes

As needed

Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 1
Year 2

Suitable Sports

Fundamental Movement Skills

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Jumping
Timing
Agility

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Weather

All Weather