Activity 70:
Racket skills circuit
Activity summary
This fun circuit mixes racket skills and movement to help players improve their technique.
Activity setup
- Pairs as a circuit on one court or available space; ensure safe spacing.
- Equipment: cones or throw-down lines, rackets, balls, tape for targets (improvise if needed).
- Recommend 2 minutes per station; if roles swap, switch after 1 minute.
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What to do:
- Station 1: High targets
Mark two high wall targets and a throw-down line 1.5 m out.
In pairs, stand ~1 m from the wall and 1 m apart.
Alternate: hit under the ball to clear the targets, allowing one bounce. - Station 2: Racket catch rallies
In pairs with a centre line (1.5 m apart), softly volley and catch on the racket with minimal bounce, then return. - Station 3: Racket hockey to ball pick-up
In a 2 × 2 m square, feeder pushes the ball for partner to collect one-handed before it leaves the area, then pass back. - Station 4: Target hit
Tape four wall targets.
Stand ~1 m from wall, alternate shots to hit targets with one floor bounce.
Add patterns, points, or leader challenges.
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Safety
Remember the STEP framework—Space, Time, Equipment, People—to adapt difficulty.
Ensure clear station spacing and that under-18s wear protective goggles.