Cooperative Balloon Volleyball
Cooperative balloon volleyball: groups keep balloons in the air and pass them over a low net. Perfect for younger students.
How to play
- Give each group a balloon.
- Keep the balloon up without it touching the floor.
- Pass it over a low net to the other group.
- Count how many passes the whole class makes.
Rules
- Gentle hits.
- Everyone touches the balloon.
Variations
Easier
Catching allowed.
Standard
Hitting only.
Harder
Two balloons at once.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: seated players.
- Very inclusive.
Learning goals
- Develop striking and coordination.
- Cooperate as a group.
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