Soccer (football in the rest of the world) is the organized sport most likely played by the most players in the world, and estimated 275 million. This video is intended for young or new players.

Instructions are given at the beginning of each game and the game is briefly demonstrated. The games that are presented in this video break down the actions in the game to its various elements and kicking, shooting, heading, defending, going against one or many opponents. These games are played for fun but in the process of playing them, players learn the skills they need to play the game.

Presented are 15 games by students of coach Darwin Dallas. They range in age from 8 to 18. Players in general should be grouped together by similar ability though in some games we have players of varying ages and ability.

At the very start, Basic Instructions are given on dribbling, kicking and heading the ball. Also, examples are give of the types of fouls: tripping, kicking a player, a violent charge (and a fair charge), holding, pushing, hand ball, obstruction and dangerous play.

The format for each game includes not only the name of the game, but also how many Players are needed, the amount of Space necessary to play, When to play the game (beginning, middle, end of session), the Purpose of doing the game, the Skills involved, and the Equipment needed.

Social skills involved in most of the games are cooperation, listening, self control, and following directions.

Developmental skills involved are skillfulness, balance, strength.

An interesting aside – the term “soccer” actually originated in England from the term Association Football but went into disuse, especially when it was used and thought to have originated in the United States. (I found it on the internet so it must be true.

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Presented will be 24 New Games on video (plus two non-video bonus surprises) with adaptations for social distancing.

16 of the games can be done on Zoom or similar platforms. Nothing will replace the close contact of other people. But we’re in a situation that none of us have ever experienced before in our lifetimes, and just seeing and interacting with people we know helps bridge the gap until this virus is at a manageable state.

New Games brings people of all ages, sizes, and abilities together like few other things. It doesn’t matter if you’re old, young, skinny, large, athletic, uncoordinated, whatever. All you have to do is want to play. You can. You can also choose not to play. That’s OK, too. No-one is pushed in to an activity.

There will also be a 13 minute video on New Games Leadership, plus a few written tips as well.

The main elements of New Games are to have fun and include everyone who wants to play. No-one is ever eliminated. You are never forced to play, but you can play if you want to.

There are many social skills that are involved, like, to name just a few:

• cooperation
• listening
• self control
• following directions

There are also developmental skills skills involved that are part of these games, like:

• skillfulness
• balance
• strength

These are all part of the games, though all are not part of every game.

In a recent study done at Sheffield Hallam University, it was shown how students who participated in New Games activities were more active than they were in their normal PE class, especially those who were the least active. This becomes important as an increasing number of people are becoming less and less active, resulting in more people not being fit. A problem associated with this is ever greater numbers of people who are overweight or obese. While playing New Games are not the only answer to solve this, they can contribute significantly if the games are done regularly.

What is included?

24 videos of New Games with descriptions of how to adapt them to meet social distancing requirements to keep players safe, plus two non-video bonus entries.

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How To Lead Cooperative New Games

For the first time, Dale N. Le Fevre presents a visual leadership guide to accompany the New Games he offers. While he has always offered written guides of the qualities needed to lead the games in his DVDs and books, this time these are not only discussed but demonstrated graphically to maximize the most effective way to lead. Naturally, many of these leadership techniques can be applied to other situations.

Why play New Games?

New Games are fun cooperative group games for people of all ages, sizes, and abilities. Beyond that, playing them is a great way to learn a wide range of physical and social skills by doing these in the context of play – without even realizing it since they are just part of the games. Basic learning skills such as listening, following directions, cooperation, self control, and concentration are part of every game. (A detailed listing of skills for each game is with each game and on a pdf file.)

New Games get people moving and playing because they’re fun. This make them a good way to help keep fit and are a perfect antidote for combating obesity.

Including 15 new New Games

There are 15 New Games that have not been presented on film by Dale previously. Some are quite unusual and all are fun.

Text files included in pdf format provide written games descriptions, leadership qualities, and skills information for each game besides being included with information for each game.

Dale Le Fevre, who’s he?

Dale Le Fevre has been learning and teaching cooperative New Games since 1975, presenting over 1000 New Games workshops in 33 countries world-wide. He’s written 3 books and created 4 other films about New Games. You can order these from this web site.

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A Complete New Games Package

There are cooperative games with a lot of activity contained on this DVD, perfect for getting fit and keeping one’s weight down without the boredom of exercise! Regular participation in the games has kept the weight of the producer of this DVD in check, for one. Many developmental skills such as throwing, catching, and running are enhanced. However, it must be pointed out that the games are fun – that’s why we do them. In fact, that’s the main reason for doing them, even though there are ample additional benefits derived from participating in the games.

Resources for Teachers and Group Leaders

Teachers and group leaders will be glad to know that there are printable games descriptions and skill guides provided for every game, in PDF format. Almost every skill anyone can think of is covered in one or (usually many) more of these cooperative games. This includes basic learning skills such as listening, concentration, and following directions, but extends to math, English, and environmental awareness. Social skills such as team building, inclusion, and cooperation are reinforced. The games enhance creative thinking and expression. Also, most usefully, there is a PDF guide with suggestions on how to lead and adapt the games.

Cooperative Games Shown in Practice

A variety of people are shown doing the games: adults, teens, children, and both girls and boys. Anyone can join since, even in games where there is competition, winning is not the most important part of the game. Being able to join and have fun are the key elements of the games. We don’t have to suffer the extremes of competition.

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Best of Cooperative Games

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Parachute Games

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Parachute Games – on the Ground!

If you have a play parachute or are thinking of getting one, The New Parachute Games DVD will be your most economical and useful educational purchase of any year. Presented are 20 games showing you what to do with a parachute in this professionally made DVD, winner of a GOLD AWARD in the “HOW TO’S/INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO” category at WORLDFEST HOUSTON, and winner of an APPROVAL RATING by the COALITION FOR QUALITY CHILDRENS MEDIA (KIDS FIRST). A few games are more known activities for beginners and to set up other games, but there are also unusual games that you probably have never seen before.

Benefits of Parachute Games

The parachute is the best piece of play equipment yet invented – it’s very attractive, it can keep the interest of large groups for a long period, and it can easily be put away. This DVD will help you get started or give you some new ideas. It’s a lot of fun for very little money.

• Immediate viewing access to any game desired via buttons for each game
• A PDF file to print out descriptions of the games that you can use in games sessions
• Enhanced clarity of picture that DVD offers

Learning Skills

Parachute Games are a great way to learn about cooperation, self control, and a host of other physical, social, and learning skills – without even noticing. That’s because everyone is too busy having fun! The skills are learned because they are a part of the games. It doesn’t matter how old, how strong, or how skillful you are, the emphasis is on teamwork and doing the games well together. This DVD skillfully demonstrates the games and shows the excitement of the participants. After seeing this DVD, you will agree that it is the best video yet made about parachute games.

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Complete Resources For Group Leaders

Dale N. Le Fevre presents an excellent addition to the New Games materials – a DVD that’s fun and highly useful. Any group leader or teacher can use these games with his/her group and get a positive response. As always, these fun cooperative games are for both genders and all ages, sizes, and ability levels.

Skills Featured in These Fun Group Games

Teachers and other group leaders will be glad to know that Cooperative Games are more than just fun (though they are certainly that!), for they teach or reinforce basic skills in math, English, environmental awareness, teamwork, creative thinking and expression, concentration, listening, and memory.

Build Developmental Skills

Cooperative Games also include important developmental skills that every child needs to promote learning and social skills. The DVD introduces teachers and students to games that cultivate physical experiences – like throwing, catching, running – and social experiences, such as cooperation and inclusion. Basic learning skills of concentration, listening, and following directions are integral to each game. Best of all, these are enjoyable games that actively involve everyone. Watch the smiles on the faces of your players when they play Cooperative Games!

What’s Included?

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Each game on the DVD is 2 to 3 minutes long and includes a full explanation, demonstration, and is played enough to show how it looks in action. The DVD also includes descriptions with a skill guide for each game.

Various ages of elementary school children are shown doing the games with a few from high school aged kids. These games are especially appropriate for coed programs. Most games presented here work with adults, too.

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The Best of New Games DVD is an extensive presentation of New Games, with almost 2 hours of video. Dale N. Le Fevre, one of the founders of New Games, explains, demonstrates, and plays the games with groups. There is enough material here for you to successfully start an ongoing New Games program.

Cooperative Games for Learning

These cooperative games are for fun first, but intrinsic parts of the games are for learning (listening, following directions, concentration, and memory), social skills (teamwork, cooperation, inclusion, trust), and motor skills (running, throwing/catching). Without saying so, New Games teach or reinforce these plus basic skills in math, English, languages, and creative thinking, and expression. But to players, what matters is that New Games are fun!

16 of the New Games were recently recorded in UK schools and 47 games are in an archived section, which feature people of mixed ages playing the games.

Printable Resources for Games Leaders

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There are also printable pdf files with extensive sections on:

• How to lead games
• A summary of skills involved in each game, including how many players and what space is needed
• Brief descriptions of each game

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