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Tennis Ball Balance Challenge

Students carry a tennis ball on a racket while walking between markers, developing hand-eye coordination and balance

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About This Activity

Students carry a tennis ball on a racket while walking between markers, developing hand-eye coordination and balance

Quick Info

moderate
16
20m x 15m for multiple lanes

Equipment Required

Tennis rackets (child-sized)

6-8

Tennis Balls

6-8

Cones or markers

12-16

Suitable For

Year 1
Year 2

Suitable Sports

Fundamental Movement Skills

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Balance
Body Control
Agility
Coordination

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Weather

All Weather