Skill Drill Tennis Activities for KS2

Progressive skill stations developing racket and ball coordination from basic to advanced

Students practice self-feeding and backhand striking technique with partners in controlled drill format.

Partner drill to develop two-handed backhand technique with controlled ball feeding

Structured partner practice developing two-handed backhand groundstroke technique through progressive feeding and striking

Partner-based practice focusing on backhand grip and striking technique with ball feeding

Structured partner practice focusing on backhand technique development and rally building

Skill drill focusing on correct timing and footwork for approaching tennis balls before second bounce

Rotating practice stations developing ball control skills using racket and ball

Progressive ball juggling activity starting with forehand only and advancing to alternating sides with movement

Individual skill practice activity progressing from basic ball bouncing to advanced juggling techniques with rackets

Structured assessment activity where students test backhand consistency through controlled feeding and return challenges with scoring.

Progressive ball control activity developing hand-eye coordination through dropping and catching tennis balls after one bounce

Progressive ball throwing and catching activity leading to hand striking rallies

Partner feeding drill with verbal cues for forehand and backhand shot selection

Partner activity where one student leads with ball control while the other follows their pathway

Partners work together to catch ball on racket, drop it, then hit it back in a controlled sequence

Pairs work cooperatively to build and extend rallies using controlled shots aimed at partner's reach

Partners work together to achieve consecutive rally hits, counting successes and aiming to beat previous scores

Pairs work together to keep a ball rally going using gentle racket control

A cooperative drill developing court coverage and positioning awareness through systematic rotation

Students develop quick feet for ball approach and practice positioning for forehand and backhand shots

Partners practice clear verbal communication while playing cooperative tennis rallies

Doubles tennis focused on communication skills and partnership tactics for effective court coverage

Interactive game teaching doubles positioning, court coverage, and partner communication through structured practice scenarios