Underwater Garden Cool Down
Gentle stretching and relaxation using underwater seaweed and sea creature imagery
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About This Activity
Gentle stretching and relaxation using underwater seaweed and sea creature imagery
Quick Info
low
25
Enough space for all children to lie down with arms extended
Equipment Required
Calming background music or ocean sounds
1 track, 5-8 minutes
Yoga mats or soft surface
1 per child
Background Music
As needed
Yoga Mat
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Individual Practice
Features
Adaptable
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Flexibility
Balance
Body Control
Coordination
Activity Type
Cool Down
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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