Space Chase

From Coach Corey Martin · 2023

Space Chase
4 minK1st2nd3rd4th5thPhysical EducationBrain Breaks
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Summary

"Space Chase" is a chase-and-flee movement break. Kids run in place, dodge, and change direction with the on-screen action as Coach Corey Martin leads the game -- fast, fun, and no equipment needed.

Viewer safety

All ages

Standard follow-along movement -- give kids room to move and let them go at their own pace. No equipment needed.

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Teaching resources

Discussion questions

Move and talk

  1. What did you do with your body to change direction quickly?
  2. When did you speed up, and when did you slow down?
  3. Why is it important to watch where you are going?

Quick work-a-long

Try it: On a signal, run in place fast for five seconds, then freeze and change direction.