Racket Follow My Leader
Partner-based ball control activity developing racket skills, spatial awareness and leadership abilities
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About This Activity
Partner-based ball control activity developing racket skills, spatial awareness and leadership abilities
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
1 per student
Tennis Balls
1 per student
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Rallying
Team Play
Values
Leadership
Cooperation
Respect
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Equipment
Racquets Required
Weather
All Weather
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