Racket Grip and Blocking Challenge
Progressive skill development activity introducing correct racket grip and blocking technique
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About This Activity
Progressive skill development activity introducing correct racket grip and blocking technique
Quick Info
moderate
16
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Badminton Rackets
15 (half class set)
Shuttlecocks
15-20
Goals/markers
12-16 cones
Balls
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Badminton
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Skill Progression
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Skills
Rallying
Game Sense
Body Control
Coordination
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Discipline
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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