Skill Drill Basketball Activities for KS1

Partner-based activity where players take turns attacking and defending in individual goal areas

One student dribbles a ball trying to escape from their partner using controlled touches

Small groups experiment with different throwing equipment to discover which works best for targets at varying distances, developing decision-making and accuracy

Focused skill session teaching correct running arm technique using the 'hips to lips' method, progressing from stationary practice to jogging on the spot

Progressive dynamic balance activity where students practice jumping, leaping, and hopping movements with controlled squat landings to develop balance control whilst moving

Progressive partner throwing and catching activity where students develop underarm throwing accuracy and two-handed catching with increasing distance challenges

Structured partner practice developing proper underarm throwing technique and ready catching position with various equipment types