Follow the Leader Ball Skills
Dynamic warm-up activity where students copy ball handling skills demonstrated by rotating leaders
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up activity where students copy ball handling skills demonstrated by rotating leaders
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Balls
1 per student
Rackets/bats
1 per student
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Warm Up
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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