Paired Target Hitting Practice
Partners work together with one hitting to targets at different distances while the other collects and encourages
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About This Activity
Partners work together with one hitting to targets at different distances while the other collects and encourages
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 30m minimum
Equipment Required
Hoops
2 per pair
Rackets
1 per hitting student
Balls
4-6 per pair
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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