Stop Like a Cat
Dynamic warm-up where students jog around a grid and freeze in perfect ready position on command
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up where students jog around a grid and freeze in perfect ready position on command
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 10m grid area
Equipment Required
Cones
8-12
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Sending and Receiving
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Differentiation
Skills
Reaction Time
Body Control
Agility
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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