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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