Tactical Masterminds Planning Session
Team-based tactical planning session where students learn attack and defence principles and create strategic plans using visual planning tools
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Team-based tactical planning session where students learn attack and defence principles and create strategic plans using visual planning tools
Quick Info
low
24
20m x 15m demonstration area plus teaching space for teams
Equipment Required
Mini whiteboards
1 per team (6 for class of 30)
Whiteboard markers
2 per team
Erasers or board cleaners
1 per team
Cones for demonstration area
8-10
Rugby ball
1-2 for demonstrations
Laminated pitch templates
1 per team (optional)
Whiteboards
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Whiteboard Pens and Erasers
As needed
Cones
As needed
Rugby Balls
As needed
Feedback Template
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Rugby
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Tactics
Decision Making
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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