Traffic Lights Gymnastics Warm-Up
An imaginative warm-up where students become cars driving around town, responding to traffic signals with different gymnastic movements
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About This Activity
An imaginative warm-up where students become cars driving around town, responding to traffic signals with different gymnastic movements
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones
4-6
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Differentiation
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Balance
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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