One of the most exciting parts of majoring in Physical Education is the variety of sports we get to learn and play! This week we played two really fun and adaptable games: Spikeball and 9 Square. Both of these activities are fantastic for our future classrooms because they’re easy to set up, they don’t require a lot of space, and they can be used to reinforce important athletic skills.
Spikeball helps students develop hand-eye coordination, teamwork, and spatial awareness. It’s a great game to play at the end of a volleyball unit because it applies many of the same skills but in a more relaxed and fast-paced setting. Plus, it’s the perfect activity for days when you need something quick and fun. For example, days like Halloween, students are in their costumes, or on picture day, when no one wants to get too sweaty.
9 Square is another game that’s all about strategy and agility. It can be played indoors or outdoors, and it’s a great way to show kids that being active doesn’t always have to feel like traditional exercise. In fact, introducing games like these can help students see that staying active is fun, even outside of the typical classroom setting.
Both games also offer an opportunity to teach important life skills, such as communication and good sportsmanship. By integrating these activities into your PE curriculum, you can make physical activity more exciting for students, instead of something they just have to do.
Fun fact: Did you know that Spikeball was originally created in 1989 and then re-launched in 2008 after gaining popularity through beach volleyball tournaments? Today, it’s played competitively in over 25 countries!
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