Four-Corner Passing Square Technique Drill
Structured technical drill where groups of four practice rugby passing technique in square formation with progressive challenges
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About This Activity
Structured technical drill where groups of four practice rugby passing technique in square formation with progressive challenges
Quick Info
moderate
24
Minimum 30m x 20m to accommodate 5-6 squares with spacing. Each square is 10m x 10m with 3-4m between squares.
Equipment Required
Rugby balls (size 4 or 5 depending on age)
1 per student for demonstration phase, then 1 per group of 4 (6-8 balls total)
Flat marker cones
32-48 cones (4 cones per square x 6-8 squares)
Stopwatch or timer
1 (phone acceptable)
Rugby Balls
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Stopwatch
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Passing
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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