Self-Hit Skills Stations
Students practice self-hitting with balls and balloons from different positions to develop timing and coordination
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About This Activity
Students practice self-hitting with balls and balloons from different positions to develop timing and coordination
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m for 30 students
Equipment Required
Small soft balls
30 (one per student)
Balloons
30 (one per student)
Low benches or cone markers
6-8 for targets
Small Foam Balls
As needed
Benches
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Sending and Receiving
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Striking
Timing
Receiving
Body Control
Coordination
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Skill Progression
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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