Floor Tennis Partner Gates
Partner activity where students send balls through cone gates using rackets, focusing on accuracy and cooperation
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About This Activity
Partner activity where students send balls through cone gates using rackets, focusing on accuracy and cooperation
Quick Info
moderate
20
25m x 20m for multiple pairs
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
2 per pair (varies by progression)
Tennis Balls
1-2 per pair
Cones for gates
2 per pair
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Sending and Receiving
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Agility
Coordination
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skill Game
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
Equipment
Cones Required
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