Volleyball Foundations & Skills
•Year 5
•Volleyball
•Set at appropriate height for Year 5 students (2.1m)
Alternative: Badminton nets, rope tied between posts
Ensure balls are properly inflated for consistent bounce
Alternative: Soft volleyballs, beach balls for beginners
Two different colours to distinguish teams clearly
Alternative: Coloured bibs, team shirts
Give to line judges and referees for quick reference
Alternative: Laminated rule cards, digital display
Clearly mark court boundaries and service lines
Alternative: Chalk lines, tape markers
For each court to track score and rotation
Alternative: Whiteboard, digital scoring app
A sequence of play where both teams attempt to return the ball over the net
The clockwise movement of players to new positions when winning the right to serve
The action of putting the ball into play from the back right position
When the non-serving team wins a rally and gains the right to serve
Official who determines if the ball lands in or out of bounds
When a player makes contact with the net during play
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Forces in volleyball serves and spikes, projectile motion, teamwork dynamics
Court spatial awareness, directional movement, mapping player positions
Fair play, respect for officials, managing competitive emotions, leadership roles
Move between courts to observe all games, position near active play areas
Watch for rule application, rotation accuracy, and tactical development
Step in when rules are misapplied or safety concerns arise
Use clear, exaggerated movements for rotation, show proper court positions frequently
Minimum 3 courts of 9m x 6m each, clear of obstacles with 2m safety zones
Non-slip surface, even ground free from hazards, appropriate for volleyball movements
Stop play immediately, assess situation, apply appropriate first aid, contact emergency services if required
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