Tactical Awareness Warm-Up
A dynamic warm-up that introduces tactical thinking and positive team behaviours through modified dodgeball gameplay
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About This Activity
A dynamic warm-up that introduces tactical thinking and positive team behaviours through modified dodgeball gameplay
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 30m
Equipment Required
Dodgeballs
6
Boundary cones
12-16
Team bibs
2 sets
Scoresheets
1
Dodgeball
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Dodgeball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Team Play
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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