Volleyball Setting Technique Practice
Progressive practice of volleyball setting technique starting with individual exploration, moving through partner work, developing correct finger positioning, hand shape, and ball direction control
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About This Activity
Progressive practice of volleyball setting technique starting with individual exploration, moving through partner work, developing correct finger positioning, hand shape, and ball direction control
Quick Info
moderate
20
Full sports hall or outdoor court - minimum 20m x 15m for class of 24
Equipment Required
Volleyballs
15-20 (1 per student initially, then 1 per pair)
Equipment storage bags
2-3 for balls
Cones for spacing markers
8-12
Equipment Storage
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 11
Year 10
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Skill Progression
Features
Adaptable
Progressive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Catching
Body Control
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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