Partner Anticipation Challenge
Partners take turns miming shots while the other anticipates and responds to the direction
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About This Activity
Partners take turns miming shots while the other anticipates and responds to the direction
Quick Info
moderate
20
10m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Rackets or bats
1 per student
Rackets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Reaction Time
Body Control
Anticipation
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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