Lesson 2 - Advanced Dodging and Movement
Individual Skills to Team Tactics
•Year 5
•Dodgeball
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How can we use movement patterns and spatial awareness to become expert dodgers while working effectively as a team?
Learning Objectives
- To develop advanced dodging techniques using quick footwork and spatial awareness
- To demonstrate effective throwing with power and accuracy at low trajectories
- To work collaboratively with teammates in competitive game situations
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate consistent dodging skills under pressure
- Students will show improved throwing technique with tactical awareness
- Students will communicate effectively and support teammates during games
Equipment & Resources Required
Check balls are properly inflated but not hard
Alternative: Foam balls, bean bags for nervous students
Set up 5m x 5m squares for each group
Alternative: Coloured spots, bean bags
Mark 2-3 dodgeball courts depending on class size
Alternative: Chalk lines, existing court markings
Place near activity stations for extension work
Alternative: Chalk ladder patterns, rope ladders
Positioned for clear view of game action
Alternative: Phone cameras, observation sheets
Key Vocabulary
Moving quickly to avoid being hit by a thrown object
The path a ball follows when thrown through the air
Fast, light movements on the balls of the feet
Understanding your position relative to others and boundaries
Avoiding contact by moving away from danger
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic ball throwing and catching skills
- Understanding of personal space and movement
- Experience with simple team games
Current Skills
- Advanced dodging techniques with quick footwork
- Throwing with power and low trajectory
- Team communication during competitive situations
Next Steps
- Complex game strategies and tactics
- Leadership roles in team activities
- Advanced ball skills under pressure
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Quick feet movement - stay on balls of feet with knees slightly bent
- Always keep eyes on the ball to track flight and anticipate direction
- Use direction changes and unpredictable movement to avoid being hit
- Throw with low trajectory for more accuracy and power
- Communicate with teammates about incoming threats and opportunities
- Maintain spatial awareness of court boundaries and teammate positions
- Support and encourage teammates even when eliminated from games
Common Misconceptions
- Students think standing still makes them harder to hit - encourage constant movement
- Students try to catch balls instead of dodging - reinforce modified rules
- Students throw too high - demonstrate and practice low trajectory throws
- Students turn their backs on balls - teach to always face the action
- Students think being eliminated means they failed - emphasise effort and improvement
- Students focus only on their own performance - build team awareness and support
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Frequent activity changes, clear boundaries, regular movement breaks, immediate positive feedback
dyspraxia
- Larger targets, slower ball speeds, extra practice time, simplified movement patterns
autism spectrum
- Clear routine structure, visual schedule of activities, quiet zones available, predictable game rules
visual impairment
- Use bright coloured balls and cones, provide verbal descriptions of court layout, buddy system for guidance
hearing impairment
- Use visual signals for game start/stop, demonstrate all instructions clearly, written rule cards available
physical disability
- Adapted throwing positions, seated dodging versions, modified court sizes, lightweight balls
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Counting in multiples, measuring distances for courts, scoring systems and data collection
Science
Forces and motion - trajectory of thrown balls, reaction time and reflexes, body systems during exercise
Geography
Spatial awareness, directions and positioning, mapping court layouts
PSHE
Teamwork and collaboration, resilience when eliminated, managing competitive emotions, celebrating others' success
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Central position to observe all courts, move between groups during skill development
Observation Focus
Quick footwork, spatial awareness, team communication, safe play
Intervention Points
Step in for unsafe throwing, encourage reluctant participants, reinforce positive teamwork
Demonstration Notes
Use exaggerated movements to show techniques clearly, involve confident students in demonstrations
Verbal Cues
- •'Light on your feet!'
- •'Watch the ball!'
- •'Great teamwork!'
- •'Quick direction change!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Large hall or outdoor court area, minimum 30m x 20m for multiple courts
Surface Check
Even, non-slip surface free from obstacles and hazards
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Soft balls only - no hard balls
- •Check cone stability
- •Ensure balls are not over-inflated
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Ball impacts
- •Collisions between students
- •Slips and falls during quick movements
- •Overexertion
Risk Mitigation
- •Use only approved soft balls for throwing
- •Maintain adequate spacing between courts
- •Clear rules about throwing force and targets
- •Supervised ball collection from centre lines
- •Regular breaks to prevent overexertion
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to see all courts simultaneously
- •Monitor throwing intensity
- •Watch for unsafe play
- •Ensure eliminated players stay clear
Emergency Procedures
Stop play immediately on injury, assess and provide appropriate first aid, clear communication with all players