Skill Drill Tennis Activities for Year 6

Students practice self-feeding and backhand striking technique with partners in controlled drill format.

Partner drill to develop two-handed backhand technique with controlled ball feeding

Structured partner practice developing two-handed backhand groundstroke technique through progressive feeding and striking

Partner-based practice focusing on backhand grip and striking technique with ball feeding

Rotating practice stations developing ball control skills using racket and ball

Individual skill practice activity progressing from basic ball bouncing to advanced juggling techniques with rackets

Structured assessment activity where students test backhand consistency through controlled feeding and return challenges with scoring.

Partner feeding drill with verbal cues for forehand and backhand shot selection

Partner activity where one student leads with ball control while the other follows their pathway

Pairs work cooperatively to build and extend rallies using controlled shots aimed at partner's reach

Pairs work together to keep a ball rally going using gentle racket control

A cooperative drill developing court coverage and positioning awareness through systematic rotation

Partners practice clear verbal communication while playing cooperative tennis rallies

Doubles tennis focused on communication skills and partnership tactics for effective court coverage

Practice different doubles formations and tactical positioning through structured scenarios

Progressive racket control activity using floor-based tennis to develop grip changes and ball control

Practice backhand motion and positioning using hands only before introducing equipment

Rotation-based competitive game focusing specifically on backhand technique and tactical application

Partner activity developing ready position, balance, and quick reactions through gentle competitive challenge

Dynamic drill where students practice lob shots over an approaching partner

Partners practice lob shots with feeds, tracking back, and return attempts

Progressive learning activity teaching proper lunging technique for racquet sports, including static practice, dynamic application, and integration with shot-playing movements

Students practice efficient footwork patterns by moving from central ready position to numbered zones around a court area, focusing on starting, stopping, and recovery techniques

Partner practice for backhand technique with real ball contact and feeding skills