Focus Pad Partner Striking Practice
Partner-based boxing activity where one student wears focus pads and the other practices striking techniques (jabs, crosses, combinations) developing accuracy, power control, and coordination
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About This Activity
Partner-based boxing activity where one student wears focus pads and the other practices striking techniques (jabs, crosses, combinations) developing accuracy, power control, and coordination
Quick Info
high
30
20m x 20m for class of 30 with 3m spacing between pairs
Equipment Required
Focus pads (pairs)
1 pair per 2 students (15 pairs for 30 students)
Boxing gloves
1 pair per student if available (optional but recommended)
Cones or markers
20-30 for marking pair work zones
Interval timer with large display
1 visible to all students
Water bottles
1 per student recommended
Shin Pads
As needed
Gloves
As needed
Cones
As needed
Timer
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Self Defence
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Skills
Power
Timing
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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