Three-Step Spike Approach Practice

Progressive drill developing the 3-step approach pattern, two-foot explosive jump, arm swing mechanics and contact point for volleyball spike

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Progressive drill developing the 3-step approach pattern, two-foot explosive jump, arm swing mechanics and contact point for volleyball spike

Quick Info

high

Minimum 8m x 4m per student (4m run-up, 2m landing, 2m width)

Equipment Required

3-metre line markers

Sufficient to mark attack line on court

Cones for starting positions

1 per student or every 2m along line

Footwork pattern markers (optional)

Sets of 3 per student for support

Sun Markers

As needed

Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 9

Suitable Sports

Volleyball

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space

Indoor/Outdoor

Skills

Jumping

Body Control

Agility

Coordination

Footwork

Teaching Focus

Individual Practice

Skill Progression

Features

Progressive

Engaging

Challenging

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork

Sportsmanship

Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Intensity

High Intensity

Weather

All Weather