Big Question:

How can we use different amounts of force to control where our shuttlecock lands?

Key Objectives:

• • To throw and hit a shuttlecock using underarm technique with increasing accuracy
• • To understand how hard and soft hits affect shuttlecock flight and landing

Big Question:

How can we control where the shuttlecock goes by changing the way we hit it?

Key Objectives:

• • Recognise that different types of hits are needed for different areas of the court
• • Hit shuttlecocks accurately to targets at varying distances

Big Question:

How can I position myself and move effectively to return a shuttlecock from any position on the court?

Key Objectives:

• • Move effectively to return the shuttlecock from different areas of the court
• • Perform different shots to return the shuttlecock with control

Big Question:

How can we work together to keep a shuttlecock rally going for as long as possible?

Key Objectives:

• • To develop the ability to rally with a partner over a bench or net
• • To improve movement around the court to return the shuttlecock effectively

Big Question:

How can we use the forehand serve to start games fairly and accurately?

Key Objectives:

• • To progress from an underarm hit to an underarm forehand serve
• • To use a forehand serve to start a badminton game following basic rules

Big Question:

How can I use boundaries and tactical shots to win points against different opponents?

Key Objectives:

• • Play competitive games against opponents of varying abilities whilst adhering to court boundaries
• • Use forehand shots strategically to score points and serve effectively to start games