Joyful Movement

For this activity, you will need your team!

1. Warm-up: Let everyone know that you are all going to start a circle of very different types of activities. During these activities, you will all learn the effect it has on your breathing and pulse. 

2. Pulse Measurement: You should all learn and investigate the importance of monitoring your heart rate before and after physical activity. You will need to demonstrate how to use the pulse oximeter and let everyone take turns measuring their pulse. Encourage the participants to compare their pre- and post-exercise readings and discuss any differences they observe. 

3. Jumping Ropes: Set up a designated area for jump rope using the colored tape on the floor. Encourage everyone to try different jumping techniques and keep track of how many jumps you can all do in a set amount of time. Make sure everyone gets the opportunity to try.

4. Yoga Poses: Provide everyone with a set of yoga pose cards and demonstrate how to do each pose. Encourage them to try each pose and hold it for a set amount of time. 

5. Flag Relay Race: Divide yourselves into teams and set up a course using the small flags. Each team member has to run to the end of the course and back, tagging the next person in line to continue. The first team to finish wins. 

6. Cool-down: Make sure to end the session with a group cool-down to help your bodies return to a resting state. This can include gentle stretches and breathing exercises. 

7. Safety: Emphasize the importance of safety during physical activity. Make sure to stay hydrated, wear appropriate clothing and footwear, and listen to your body if any discomfort or pain if experienced.