Tails Chase Game
Groups of three work together to protect a 'tail' from being caught by a chaser
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About This Activity
Groups of three work together to protect a 'tail' from being caught by a chaser
Quick Info
moderate
18
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Team bands or bibs
1 per group of 3
Team bibs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Health Related Fitness
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Agility
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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