Racket Ready Position and Shadow Practice
Dynamic warm-up focusing on tennis ready position and shadow stroke practice to prepare students for racket sports
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up focusing on tennis ready position and shadow stroke practice to prepare students for racket sports
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis rackets or equivalent
1 per student
Tennis Rackets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Skill Progression
Skills
Tactics
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Discipline
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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