Equipment Exploration Shadow Batting
Students practice hitting movements with various equipment to discover preferences and develop technique.
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About This Activity
Students practice hitting movements with various equipment to discover preferences and develop technique.
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis Racquets
6-8
Cricket Bats
4-6
Rounders bats
4-6
Table tennis paddles
6-8
Tennis Rackets
As needed
Cricket Equipment
As needed
Rounders Equipment
As needed
Table Tennis Paddle
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Skills
Striking
Body Control
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Individual Practice
Skill Progression
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Values
Discipline
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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