Doubles Without Rackets
Small-sided tennis game using hands instead of rackets, developing tactical thinking and skill application
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About This Activity
Small-sided tennis game using hands instead of rackets, developing tactical thinking and skill application
Quick Info
10 mins
moderate
24
20m x 15m minimum for multiple courts
Equipment Required
Cones
20-30
Tennis Balls
4-6 (1 per court)
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Underarm Throwing
Game Sense
Team Play
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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