Take-Off Leg Discovery
Exploratory activity where students discover their dominant take-off leg through repeated jumping and self-awareness
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About This Activity
Exploratory activity where students discover their dominant take-off leg through repeated jumping and self-awareness
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum (larger for bigger groups)
Equipment Required
Clipboard and pen
1
Coloured bands or stickers
30 (class set)
Numbered Papers
As needed
Coloured Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Jumping
Body Control
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
No Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Responsibility
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
Teaching Focus
Self Assessment
Personal Challenge
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