Your Mess

You will need: cones & a selection of balls

• Split the PE area into 2 equal areas. divide the balls between both sides.
• Divide the class into two groups.
• On the whistle, students try to roll all the balls out of their half into the other teams half - Students must only roll the balls.
• After 1 minute, the teacher blows the whistle to stop. The winning team has the least number of balls on their side.
• Reset the balls and repeat a number of times.

For this part of the lesson, spend 5 minutes teaching and practicing the 'Star Movement of the Day'. Use the poster below or printable attached to directly teach your students the correct technique. 

ZigZag Race

You will need: no equipment

• Divide students into 2-3 groups and ask them to form a large circle. Number the students in each circle.
• At the start of each race the teacher calls “ On your marks…..get set…” and then a number.
• The numbered student makes their way around the circle weaving and dodging in and around their teammates until they get back to their starting spot.
• Repeat the call, changing the number.
  

Obstacle Course

You will need: obstacle course mapping cards, cones, hoops, spot markers, skipping ropes, beanbags, racket, balls, hurdles etc.

• Create teams of 5-7 and give each team a course card to follow.
• Layout the equipment needed for the course cards.
• Allow 5 minutes for course creation and practice.
• After 5 minutes each group explains and demonstrates their obstacle course.
• Rotate the groups around the courses, allowing each group to complete others designs.

Stone Statue

You will need: no equipment

• Students find their own space in the PE area.
• Students move around the space using any movements they like at a fast speed.
• After a short amount of time the teacher 'casts a spell.'
• Students must begin to slowly to turn to stone. Students movements get slower, and more 'difficult' as they gradually turn to stone.