Racket Mastery Basics
•Year 2
•Net and Wall
•Distributed around area perimeter and for team markers
Alternative: Markers, beanbags, or chalk marks
Check grip size appropriate for small hands
Alternative: Paddles, tennis bats, or table tennis bats
Soft balls reduce injury risk and improve control
Alternative: Tennis balls, foam balls, or beanbags
For easier balancing activities and differentiation
Alternative: Small bean bags or sandbags
For extension activities requiring more skill
Alternative: Larger foam balls
Holding the racket handle near the bottom with one hand like shaking hands
The flat hitting surface of the racket, including the strings
Keeping the ball exactly where you want it using gentle movements
Using gentle pressure to move the ball precisely
Keeping the ball steady on the racket face while moving
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Counting hops and jumps, measuring distances to cones, timing activities, spatial awareness and direction
Understanding heart rate changes, forces when pushing balls, balance and stability, weather phenomena
Directional language (around, through, over), spatial positioning, weather terminology
Teamwork and cooperation, persistence through challenges, celebrating success, managing frustration
Stand at edge of activity area with clear view of all students, move between groups during team activities
Watch for correct grip maintenance, controlled ball handling, safe equipment use, and positive social interactions
Step in immediately for unsafe equipment use, provide encouragement during challenging activities, facilitate team problem-solving
Use exaggerated movements for visibility, show common mistakes alongside correct technique, involve students in demonstrations where safe
Large indoor hall or outdoor playground area, minimum 20m x 15m clear space
Dry, even surface free from obstacles, adequate grip for movement activities
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess and provide appropriate first aid, have clear evacuation route available
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