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Standing Reaches Balance Test

Small group balance assessment where students stand on one foot and reach forward to touch cones arranged in a semi-circle, testing and developing dynamic balance, core strength, and determination

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About This Activity

Small group balance assessment where students stand on one foot and reach forward to touch cones arranged in a semi-circle, testing and developing dynamic balance, core strength, and determination

Quick Info

moderate
24
20m x 20m for multiple group semi-circles

Equipment Required

Cones

35 (5 per group for 7 groups, or adjust to group numbers)

Suitable For

Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Year 2

Suitable Sports

Health Related Fitness
Gymnastics
Dance
Yoga
Athletics

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Skills

Core Strength
Balance
Body Control
Endurance

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Self-Control
Perseverance
Responsibility

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Activity Type

Assessment

Weather

All Weather

Teaching Focus

Self Assessment
Personal Challenge