Warm Up Netball Activities for Year 7

Dynamic possession game where defenders try to gain ball possession using proper technique while attackers protect using various dribbling skills

Dynamic tag game where students dodge soft balls thrown by throwers positioned on court sides while attempting to cross from one baseline to sanctuary at opposite end

Active dodging game where students move backwards across an area while avoiding soft ball 'boulders' thrown gently by side throwers

Partner-based catching progression using frisbees or balls, developing from two-handed 'pancake' catches to one-handed catches to reaction catches. Drops result in immediate star jump penalties to maintain concentration.

Dynamic warm-up game where catchers form chains that split when reaching 4 people, developing agility, reaction time and teamwork

A competitive relay-style warm-up where one team passes a ball around a circle while the other team runs relay races around them.

Dynamic warm-up where pairs protect a bib from a catcher in small groups

High-energy tag game where evaders practice dodging techniques to avoid taggers, with fast-feet-on-the-spot penalty for tagged players before rejoining

Fast-paced warm-up where students jog continuously and respond to number commands with specific actions (1=floor touch, 2=jump, 3=both hands floor)

Progressive cardiovascular warm-up incorporating jogging, dynamic stretches (arm circles, high knees, butt kicks), walking lunges, leg swings, and ball familiarisation activities to prepare the body for vigourous circuit training

High-energy warm-up where students jog continuously and respond to number calls by performing specific actions, with opportunities for student creativity

Student-led fitness circuit targeting specific components (speed, agility, endurance) with team coaching and rotation through challenge stations

Dynamic tag game where taggers use frisbees to tag opponents below the waist. Tagged players freeze with arms wide and can be freed by teammates crawling through their legs.

A chasing game where students run only on marked lines with caught players becoming blockers

Partner shadowing activity where one student leads movements and the other mirrors them closely, preparing for marking skills

Students work in pairs where one leads a comprehensive warm-up including all four components (stretching, heart rate, muscle preparation, mental focus) while their partner assesses and provides constructive feedback using two stars and a wish format

High-intensity shuttle runs where teacher blows whistle at random intervals forcing immediate sharp direction changes, developing explosive agility and reaction speed

High-energy team game where trios collect balls from a central chest and steal from other teams, developing agility, speed, decision-making and competitive spirit

Dynamic shuttle runs incorporating shoulder drops and explosive direction changes to prepare for dodging movements

Students work in pairs to create and demonstrate their own warm-up sequence to prepare the class for physical activity

Students take full responsibility for leading their peers through a structured three-part warm-up including pulse raiser, dynamic stretches, and skill practice

Students take leadership roles to design and deliver their own team warm-up incorporating sport-specific skills and dynamic movements

Small groups plan and lead warm-up routines for the class, developing leadership skills and movement knowledge

Students take turns leading their small team through different stretches, developing leadership and flexibility