Back-to-Back Ball Mastery
Partners stand back-to-back passing a rugby ball around their bodies in various directions to develop tactile feel and ball manipulation skills
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About This Activity
Partners stand back-to-back passing a rugby ball around their bodies in various directions to develop tactile feel and ball manipulation skills
Quick Info
low
24
15m x 15m for class of 30 (pairs need 2-3m clearance each)
Equipment Required
Rugby Balls
1 per pair (15 for class of 30)
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Passing
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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