Equipment needed:
One foam sword and one ring per line
Instructors needed:
One per line
Description:
The students will spin in a circle three times and then block a foam sword as it swings towards their head.
Teaching SKILLZ: HEALTHY COMPETITION
Have them race 3 year olds vs 4 year olds. Promotes connection and encouragement among peers.
Brain SKILLZ: RESPONSE INHIBITION
After spinning (a disorienting task), students must regain control and block accurately. This requires them to inhibit the urge to wobble or laugh and instead focus on blocking at the right time.
Step 1
Divide your students into groups.
Step 2
Lay a ring on the ground and sit next to the ring with a foam sword.
Step 3 – Explain the Rules:
When it is your turn, you will stand in the middle of the ring.
You will spin around four times while staying inside of the ring.
Then, you will block the foam sword as I swing it towards your head four times, switching arms each block.
Make sure you keep your fists tight.
Make sure you pull your other arm to your side as you block.
Step 4
Continue until each student has a turn.
Step 5
You can make it fun by making it a race to see which person is the fastest.