← Rackets, Bats and Striking

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Reception / EYFS PE · Lesson 5 of 6

Striking towards a partner

Learning objective: To strike a balloon or soft ball towards a partner with control.

Success criteria

I can hit towards my partner
I can wait until my partner is ready
I can count our hits together

EYFS Physical Development links

Physical Development: develop ball skills including batting and aiming
Physical Development: develop confidence, competence, precision and accuracy when engaging in activities that involve a ball
Gross Motor Skills ELG: demonstrate strength, balance and coordination when playing

Equipment checklist

30 short-handled rackets
15 balloons
15 soft foam balls
6 ropes laid on cones (low 'net')

Warm-up: Partner mirror

5 mins

Copy your partner's racket movements slowly.
Swap leaders.

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