This unit transforms Year 5 students from basic racket sport participants into strategic badminton players who can read the game and make tactical decisions. The progression moves systematically from fundamental positioning and striking through to advanced shot selection and competitive play, with each lesson building tactical awareness alongside technical skill development.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Ready Position and Basic Striking
45 min

Big Question:

How can we use proper positioning and technique to control where the shuttle goes?

Key Objectives:

  • To assume and maintain an effective ready position
  • To develop basic forehand striking technique with control

Lesson 2

Forehand and Backhand Serves
50 min

Big Question:

How can mastering different serves give me a competitive advantage in badminton?

Key Objectives:

  • Perform both forehand and backhand serves with correct technique
  • Serve with accuracy to different areas of the court

Lesson 3

Tactical Serving & Positioning
1h 2min

Big Question:

How can I use different serves and court positioning to outsmart my opponent in badminton?

Key Objectives:

  • To move quickly into position to consistently return shuttles
  • To serve with accuracy using long and short serves

Lesson 4

Split Step & Chasse Skills
1h

Big Question:

How can quick footwork and gentle touches help me control my opponent's position on the court?

Key Objectives:

  • To demonstrate a split step and understand its tactical use
  • To chasse effectively to reach shots near the net

Lesson 5

Advanced Shot Selection
1h

Big Question:

How can I select and execute the right shot at the right time to outwit my opponent?

Key Objectives:

  • Demonstrate consistent execution of smash and drop shot techniques
  • Select appropriate shots based on game situations

Lesson 6

Tournament Competition Skills
1h

Big Question:

How can I demonstrate tactical awareness and sportsmanship whilst competing in a badminton tournament?

Key Objectives:

  • Compete effectively in an intra-school badminton tournament
  • Demonstrate specific tactical awareness during competition