Technique to Competition
Tennis
•Year 5
•8 Lessons
This unit develops Year 5 students into confident tennis players through systematic stroke development and tactical application. Beginning with fundamental groundstrokes, students progressively build technical competence before exploring how individual skills combine to create effective partnerships and team play. The emphasis on cooperation before competition ensures all students develop both technical ability and strategic thinking.
Lessons in This Unit
8 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we use the ready position and perfect timing to master the forehand groundstroke?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop correct forehand groundstroke technique with consistent ball contact
- • To understand and apply the ready position for quick movement and reaction
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can I use proper technique to consistently return the ball with control and accuracy?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop returning the ball using a forehand groundstroke with improved technique
- • To understand the importance of footwork and positioning in tennis
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can we master the backhand technique to become confident tennis players?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop returning the ball using a backhand groundstroke
- • To understand the key technical points of the backhand stroke
Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can we work together to create the perfect rally?
Key Objectives:
- • To work cooperatively with a partner to keep a continuous rally going
- • To select appropriate skills for specific rally situations
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can I use the underarm serve to start a point fairly and accurately?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop the underarm serve technique and understand the rules of serving
- • To demonstrate cooperative play with a partner whilst applying tennis rules
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can the volley become a powerful attacking weapon in tennis?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop forehand and backhand volley technique with control and precision
- • To understand the tactical application of volleys in game situations
Lesson 7
Big Question:
How can we use different tennis strokes and tactics to make it harder for our opponents to return the ball?
Key Objectives:
- • To use a variety of strokes to outwit an opponent
- • To select appropriate tactics for different game situations
Lesson 8
Big Question:
How can working together as a team help us compete more effectively in tennis?
Key Objectives:
- • To work collaboratively with a partner to compete against others
- • To apply tactical awareness in competitive tennis situations