Tennis Skills Warm-Up
Dynamic warm-up combining movement patterns with racket handling and ball skills
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up combining movement patterns with racket handling and ball skills
Quick Info
moderate
25
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Tennis Rackets
1 per student
Tennis Balls
1 per pair for partner work
Boundary cones
8-12
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Tennis
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Rallying
Game Sense
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Skill Progression
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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