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Ready Position Reaction Challenge

Partner activity teaching defensive ready position through reaction catching challenges

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About This Activity

Partner activity teaching defensive ready position through reaction catching challenges

Quick Info

moderate
20
15m x 12m minimum

Equipment Required

Tennis Balls

1 per pair

Playground balls

5-8 for differentiation

Racquets

1 per student

Spots or markers

30

Boundary cones

8

Cones

As needed

Dish Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 1
Year 6
Year 2

Suitable Sports

Net and Wall
Sending and Receiving
Tennis

Activity Tags

Features

Adaptable
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Differentiation
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Skills

Reaction Time
Body Control
Agility
Coordination

Equipment

Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill
Warm Up

Weather

All Weather