Catch Stuck In Mud Tennis Warmup
A dynamic warm-up game that develops underarm throwing skills while raising heart rate and spatial awareness
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About This Activity
A dynamic warm-up game that develops underarm throwing skills while raising heart rate and spatial awareness
Quick Info
high
24
20m x 30m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones
12-16 (4 for catchers, 8-12 for boundaries)
Tennis Balls
4
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Underarm Throwing
Agility
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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