Unison and Matching Partners
Partner activity developing unison movement and matching skills through cooperation
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About This Activity
Partner activity developing unison movement and matching skills through cooperation
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m for multiple pairs working simultaneously
Equipment Required
Planet pictures or space images
5-8 images for inspiration
Space markers for pair areas
Enough to mark pair boundaries
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Group Work
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Creative Expression
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Body Control
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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