Confidence Through Skill Progression
•Year 3
•Dodgeball
•Mark dead zone (centre strip) and end zones (team areas)
Alternative: Spots, markers, or painted lines
Soft foam balls recommended for safety - check inflation levels
Alternative: Foam balls, tennis balls, or bean bags for beginners
To distinguish teams clearly during gameplay
Alternative: Different coloured bands or team markers
The centre area of the court where only hands are allowed - balls are placed here
The area at each end of the court where teams start and must return balls to
A ball that hasn't bounced yet - can get players out or be caught
A ball that has bounced - cannot get players out
When a live ball touches a player below the shoulders
Catching an opponent's throw before it bounces
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Following instructions, explaining rules to others, using specific vocabulary, team communication
Counting hits and catches, timing games, measuring distances for court setup, calculating team scores
Forces in throwing, trajectory of balls, reaction times, body systems during exercise
Teamwork, honesty, resilience when out, managing competitive emotions, supporting others
Move around courts to observe all teams, position near centre for best visibility
Monitor throwing height, rule compliance, fair play, and safety throughout
Step in immediately for unsafe throwing, unfair play, or rule violations
Show all techniques clearly, emphasise safety aspects, model positive behaviour and fair play throughout lesson
Minimum 15m x 20m clear area with court markings and safety zones
Non-slip surface free from obstacles, adequate ceiling height for throwing
Stop all play immediately for any injury, assess, and provide appropriate first aid or support
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