Shuttlecock Return Challenge
Court-based activity where students practice moving to return shuttlecocks from various positions
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About This Activity
Court-based activity where students practice moving to return shuttlecocks from various positions
Quick Info
15 mins
moderate
20
Full sports hall or 4-6 badminton courts
Equipment Required
Badminton nets
4-6
Shuttlecocks
20-30 (5 per court)
Racquets
1 per student
Court markers
As needed
Badminton Rackets
As needed
Balls
As needed
Rackets
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Badminton
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Racquets Required
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Reaction Time
Game Sense
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
Indoor Suitable
Activity Type
Skill Game
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