Squad-Led Athletic Warm-Up
Students work in groups of three to plan and lead their own comprehensive warm-up routine
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About This Activity
Students work in groups of three to plan and lead their own comprehensive warm-up routine
Quick Info
moderate
18
20m x 30m
Equipment Required
Timer or stopwatch
1
Timer
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Values
Leadership
Teamwork
Cooperation
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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