Storm the Castle Team Strategy
Teams alternate between defending a castle with pins and attacking across a 'swamp' using mats, developing strategic thinking and teamwork under pressure.
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About This Activity
Teams alternate between defending a castle with pins and attacking across a 'swamp' using mats, developing strategic thinking and teamwork under pressure.
Quick Info
high
24
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Gym Mats
6 total (3 per game area)
Sponge balls
6 total (3 per defending team)
Foam batons
2 total (1 per defending team)
Tall cones or pins
6 total (3 per castle)
Boundary Markers
8-12 cones
Game Balls
As needed
Foam Mats
As needed
Cones
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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