Rally Counting Challenge
Partner challenge to maintain striking rallies while counting successful exchanges
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About This Activity
Partner challenge to maintain striking rallies while counting successful exchanges
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis nets or rope
6-8 stations
Medium balls
1 per pair (15)
Timer
1 visible timer
Tennis Rackets
As needed
Medicine Balls
As needed
Tennis Balls
1 per pair (15 total)
Court markers
40-50 cones
Nets
6-8 nets
Sun Markers
As needed
Volleyball nets
2-4
Volleyballs
4-8
Cones
20-30
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 1
Year 6
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Net and Wall
Tennis
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Striking
Rallying
Reaction Time
Game Sense
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skill Game
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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