Service Area Challenge
Focused practice of serving technique with emphasis on accuracy to designated service areas
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About This Activity
Focused practice of serving technique with emphasis on accuracy to designated service areas
Quick Info
low
12
20m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis balls or foam balls
2-3 per child
Service area markers
8-12
Net or barrier
1
Target markers
4-6
Tennis Balls
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Barriers
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Sending and Receiving
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Coordination
Serving
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Teaching Focus
Direct Instruction
Skill Progression
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Values
Discipline
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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