Beanbag Tennis
Partners practice sending and receiving across a divide, emphasising space and timing
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About This Activity
Partners practice sending and receiving across a divide, emphasising space and timing
Quick Info
10 mins
moderate
16
12m x 8m for multiple pairs
Equipment Required
Beanbags
1 per pair (8-15)
Cones/markers
16-20 for grid boundaries
Balls
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Sending and Receiving
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Timing
Team Play
Catching
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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