412 Disc Lacrosse and Other Aerobic Games with Discs

Friday, April 4, 2014: 10:15 AM-11:15 AM
Convention Center: 240–242
Physical Education: K-12 Standards-based Instruction (includes Dance in PE)
Intended Audience: K-12
Speakers: Justin Menickelli; Dan Grube; and Chris Tuten, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC
Physical educators will learn the rules and basic skills needed to play and teach disc lacrosse, a fast-paced combination of Ultimate®, lacrosse and disc golf. Playing disc lacrosse has been shown to significantly improve aerobic fitness in children (Menickelli, Hastie, Grube & Claxton, 2011). Discover how to teach disc sports indoors with limited physical activity space. Experienced teachers will provide the content knowledge, enthusiasm, and creativity that physical educators of all grade levels will appreciate. (CEU)
Handouts
  • Disc Lacrosse for 2014 AAHPERD.pdf (209.1 kB)
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