Volleyball Blocking Basics
Progressive drill teaching blocking technique from stationary practice to game-like application with serve-sequence-block
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Progressive drill teaching blocking technique from stationary practice to game-like application with serve-sequence-block
Quick Info
moderate
21
Multiple courts each 8m x 6m, minimum 3m ceiling height for jumping
Equipment Required
Volleyballs
1 per 3 students
Volleyball nets or cone lines
1 per court (4-6 courts for class of 30)
Cones for court markers
20-30
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Skill Progression
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Timing
Team Play
Defensive Skills
Body Control
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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