Tactical Doubles Tennis
A doubles tennis game emphasising tactical positioning and partnership cooperation
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About This Activity
A doubles tennis game emphasising tactical positioning and partnership cooperation
Quick Info
high
16
Multiple 15m x 8m doubles courts with 2m margins
Equipment Required
Tennis Racquets
1 per student
Tennis Balls
6-8 per court
Nets
1 per court
Court markers
20-30 cones
Tennis Rackets
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Positioning
Game Sense
Team Play
Coordination
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Intensity
High Intensity
Competition
Moderate Competition
Weather
All Weather
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