A game sense approach to teaching precision, play, and purpose!
Ready, aim, fun! This energetic and hands-on session invites teachers to explore the world of target games through a fresh, playful lens.
Combining rich practical experiences with game sense theory, teachers will dive into a mix of classic and contemporary target games—think bocce, bowls, cornhole, and beyond! You'll explore how to teach with the game, not just about the game, using tactical questioning, modified rules, and purposeful play to build understanding and engagement.
We’ll also reimagine how traditional target games can be taught in more dynamic, inclusive, and student-centred ways that promote thinking, decision-making, and skill development.
Whether you’re looking to refresh your PE program or find new ways to engage students of all abilities, this session will hit the mark!
Experience and facilitate a variety of classic and contemporary target games suitable for diverse school settings
Apply Game Sense principles to teaching target games, including the use of tactical questioning and purposeful play
Modify rules and equipment to create inclusive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences
Promote student thinking, decision-making, and tactical awareness through game-based teaching strategies
Reimagine traditional target games to increase student motivation, enjoyment, and skill progression
Confidently integrate target games into their PE curriculum to support physical literacy and participation for all learners