Moving Back Rallies - Distance Challenge
Students progressively increase rally distance while maintaining consistency and split step technique
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About This Activity
Students progressively increase rally distance while maintaining consistency and split step technique
Quick Info
moderate
16
Full tennis court or 20m x 10m area per pair
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
1 per student
Tennis Balls
2-3 per pair
Marker cones
2 per student for positioning
Back line markers
1 per court
Dish Cones
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Skills
Rallying
Game Sense
Agility
Coordination
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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