Fundamentals to Competition Tactics
•Year 5
•Badminton
•Check grip size appropriate for students, strings at correct tension
Alternative: Tennis rackets or modified rackets for beginners
Have extras available as shuttles damage easily
Alternative: Foam shuttles for beginners, balloon shuttles for indoor use
Different sizes for varying difficulty levels
Alternative: Cones, floor spots, or marked areas with chalk
Bright colours for clear visibility
Alternative: Chalk lines or existing court markings
Adjust height to 1.2m for Year 5 students
Alternative: Benches turned on side, or tape between posts
An aggressive overhead shot hit downward with maximum power to win the point
A delicate shot played softly to land just over the net in the opponent's forecourt
Choosing the most appropriate shot based on the situation and opponent position
The ability to repeat successful shots with reliable technique and accuracy
Understanding when and why to play certain shots to gain an advantage
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Scoring systems in golf game, measuring distances for accuracy, calculating improvement percentages, angles of trajectory for different shots
Forces and motion in shuttlecock flight, gravity effects on trajectory, air resistance impact on different shots, energy transfer in racket to shuttlecock
Court mapping and spatial awareness, understanding directions and positions, tactical positioning relative to opponent
Building confidence through skill development, peer support and encouragement, dealing with competitive pressure, celebrating others' success
Move between circuit stations to observe technique, spend extra time at smash station for safety, central position for demonstrations
Watch for consistent contact points, shot selection decisions, peer interaction quality, safety awareness
Step in if technique becomes dangerous, provide individual support for struggling students, manage competitive elements
Use slow-motion demos for technique, exaggerate key points for visibility, show common errors vs correct technique, involve student demonstrations
Full sports hall or equivalent outdoor area minimum 20m x 30m for circuit stations and golf course
Non-slip surface essential, check for any wet areas or damage before lesson
Stop all activity immediately on injury, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, ensure other students continue safely away from incident
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