Lesson 4 - Kicking with Both Feet
Accuracy Skills & Target Practice
•Reception
•Target Games
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Why is it important to be able to kick accurately with both feet?
Learning Objectives
- To develop kicking accuracy with both feet
- To understand why using both feet improves ball control
- To apply kicking skills in game situations
Key Outcomes
- Students will kick a ball with increasing accuracy using both feet
- Students will demonstrate understanding of the benefits of using both feet
- Students will show improved control when kicking towards targets
Equipment & Resources Required
Start in centre circle, distribute as needed
Alternative: Balloon balls, sponge balls for safety
Various formations for different activities
Alternative: Bean bags, hoops as markers
For catching and target practice
Alternative: Chalk circles, rope circles
Rewards for gauntlet game
Alternative: Small soft toys, foam blocks
Set up midway between teams
Alternative: Plastic bottles, cones
Key Vocabulary
Hitting or reaching exactly where you aim
The foot that stays on the ground when you kick
The foot that strikes the ball
Something you aim at when kicking
Having power over where the ball goes
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic running and stopping movements
- Understanding of following simple instructions
- Awareness of personal space
Current Skills
- Kicking with preferred foot
- Developing non-preferred foot control
- Understanding accuracy vs power
Next Steps
- Kicking moving balls
- Kicking for different purposes (passing, shooting)
- Advanced target games
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Standing foot placement beside ball is crucial for accuracy
- Inside of foot provides better control than toe kicking
- Both feet practice develops overall coordination and confidence
- Gentle kicks are more accurate than powerful ones
- Looking at target while kicking improves aim
- Encouragement helps build confidence with weaker foot
- Games should emphasise accuracy over power
Common Misconceptions
- Harder kicks are always better - teach that accuracy matters more than power
- Only one foot needs to be good - explain benefits of both feet development
- Toe kicking is easier - demonstrate why inside foot gives better control
- Perfect accuracy expected immediately - emphasise gradual improvement
- Only successful attempts count - celebrate good technique even if unsuccessful
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity segments, clear boundaries, regular movement breaks, positive reinforcement
dyspraxia
- Larger equipment, simplified instructions, extra practice time, break skills into smaller steps
autism spectrum
- Provide clear visual schedule, quiet zone available, consistent routines, prepare for activity changes
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls, provide verbal descriptions of targets, pair with sighted buddy
hearing impairment
- Use visual signals and demonstrations, written instruction cards, ensure face-to-face communication
physical disability
- Adapt to seated kicking or rolling, use larger balls, reduce distances, provide stability support
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Counting successful kicks, measuring distances, understanding angles and directions
Science
Forces and motion when kicking balls, understanding friction and surfaces
Geography
Spatial awareness, understanding left and right, directions and positioning
PSHE
Teamwork, perseverance, celebrating others' success, managing disappointment
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Stand where all students are visible, move around during activities to provide individual feedback
Observation Focus
Watch for proper foot placement, accuracy development, both feet usage, and safe play
Intervention Points
Step in if techniques are unsafe, play becomes too rough, or students show frustration
Demonstration Notes
Always demonstrate both feet, exaggerate key teaching points, use students as positive examples when appropriate
Verbal Cues
- •'Standing foot beside the ball!'
- •'Use the inside of your foot!'
- •'Eyes on your target!'
- •'Try your other foot now!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Large hall or playground area, minimum 15m x 15m for class of 30
Surface Check
Even, non-slip surface free from obstacles and hazards
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Balls properly inflated and age-appropriate weight
- •Cones with rounded edges, no sharp points
- •Hoops checked for cracks or damage
- •Bean bags securely filled and sealed
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between students during games
- •Balls hitting students in face or body
- •Trips and falls during running activities
- •Overexertion during physical activity
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear spacing between pairs and teams established
- •Emphasis on gentle kicks rather than power
- •Controlled games with clear rules
- •Regular checks on student fatigue levels
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to observe all students simultaneously
- •Move around during activities to monitor closely
- •Check understanding of safety rules regularly
- •Be ready to intervene if play becomes too rough
Emergency Procedures
Stop all activity immediately, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid, contact school medical support if needed