Net Games & Racket Skills
•Year 1
•Net and Wall
•Check all rackets are child-sized and in good condition
Alternative: Table tennis bats, plastic rackets, foam paddles
Soft balls reduce injury risk and noise
Alternative: Bean bags, tennis balls, foam balls
Used for personal spaces and course markers
Alternative: Markers, bean bags, hoops
Easier alternative for balancing activities
Alternative: Small cushions, soft toys
A piece of equipment with a handle and strings used to hit balls
The part of the racket you hold with your hand
The flat part of the racket with strings that hits the ball
Moving the ball exactly where you want it to go
How you hold the racket handle in your hand
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Counting successful catches, measuring distances for races, understanding concepts of 'centre' and 'control'
Understanding forces when pushing balls, exploring balance and gravity effects during ball balancing
Directional vocabulary (around, through, over), spatial awareness and positioning
Cooperation and teamwork, perseverance when facing challenges, celebrating others' success
Move around the teaching area to observe individual progress, position for maximum visibility during demonstrations
Watch for correct grip technique, safe equipment handling, and positive cooperation during partner work
Step in when safety protocols not followed, provide individual support for students struggling with grip or control
Demonstrate: Use slow, exaggerated movements for clarity. Repeat demonstrations multiple times. Use positive examples from students during lesson.
Minimum 20m x 30m clear space, free from obstacles and hazards
Dry, even surface checked for trip hazards, adequate grip for movement activities
Stop activity immediately if incident occurs, assess student welfare, provide appropriate first aid, notify school procedures as required
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