Technical & Tactical Growth
•Year 5
•Tennis
•Check racket grip size appropriate for students
Alternative: Table tennis bats for beginners
Ensure balls are properly pressurised
Alternative: Foam balls for less confident students
Mark small courts 8m x 5m
Alternative: Chalk lines on hard court
Height approximately 80cm for small courts
Alternative: Rope or tape at net height
Position for clear view of technique
Alternative: Not essential but beneficial
A tennis stroke played with the back of the hand facing the direction of the shot
Slight rotation of hand position on racket handle for different shots
Understanding where and when to place shots to gain advantage
Gentle, controlled shots requiring precise touch and loose grip
Balanced stance with racket up, ready to move in any direction
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Measuring court dimensions, counting rally scores, calculating angles of shots
Forces in ball flight, lever systems in racket use, trajectory and gravity
Court mapping, spatial awareness, directions and positioning
Peer assessment skills, constructive feedback, resilience in skill development
Move between courts to observe technique, position centrally for demonstrations
Watch for grip changes, body positioning, and tactical decision making
Step in if technique is unsafe, rallies become too competitive, or students struggle with concepts
Use clear, slow demonstrations for grip changes, exaggerate technique points for visibility
Large sports hall or outdoor tennis courts, minimum 30m x 20m
Non-slip surface free from water, debris, or equipment hazards
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, apply first aid as needed, contact emergency services if required
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