Partner Pole Bridge
Partner pole bridge: two students hold a pole between them while classmates go over or under it, then they swap.
How to play
- Groups of 4: two hold a pole at knee or waist height.
- The other two go under it or step over it.
- Change the height on each pass.
- Swap roles every minute.
Rules
- Hold the pole steady.
- Low heights for stepping over.
Variations
Easier
Pole on the floor.
Standard
Changing heights.
Harder
Moving bridge: the pole travels.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: pole holder.
- Balance difficulties: only going under.
Learning goals
- Improve coordination and agility.
- Cooperate in small groups.
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