Hand Backhand Development

Practice backhand motion and positioning using hands only before introducing equipment

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Practice backhand motion and positioning using hands only before introducing equipment

Quick Info

moderate

15m x 10m minimum

Equipment Required

Soft balls

1 per pair (15 for 30 students)

Softballs

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Year 4

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Tennis

Activity Tags

Equipment

Ball Required

Minimal Equipment

Features

Adaptable

Interactive

Engaging

Space

Indoor

Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Skills

Throwing

Reaction Time

Body Control

Coordination

Values

Self-Control

Cooperation

Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Weather

All Weather