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Swamp Crossing Team Challenge

Teams of four work together to cross the hall using only five spots as safe islands, requiring communication, problem-solving and coordination

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About This Activity

Teams of four work together to cross the hall using only five spots as safe islands, requiring communication, problem-solving and coordination

Quick Info

moderate
24
Minimum 15m length x 10m width for class of 24

Equipment Required

Floor spots or markers

5 per group of 4 (30 for class of 24)

Stopwatch or timer

1

Boundary Markers

4-6 cones

Suitable For

Year 7

Suitable Sports

Gymnastics

Activity Tags

Features

Social
Inclusive
Engaging

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Coordination

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game
Warm Up

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Weather

All Weather