Forehand groundstrokes
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Key Stage 2 Physical education
Throwing technique - shoulder movement
A brief demonstration of how the upper body rotates when throwing a ball more »
A brief demonstration of how the upper body rotates when throwing a ball underarm.
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Key Stage 1 Physical education
Throw and catch - partner work
A simple throwing and catching activity for children working in pairs.
A simple throwing and catching activity for children working in pairs.
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Key Stage 1 Physical education
How to hold the racquet - starting out
A quick demonstration of the first grip children should use when first more »
A quick demonstration of the first grip children should use when first picking up a racquet. The technical name for this grip is European Forehand.
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Key Stage 1 Physical education
Drop the ball challenge
This quick challenge will help the children to drop the ball accurately more »
This quick challenge will help the children to drop the ball accurately in front of them - essential for practising forehand groundstrokes.
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Key Stage 1 Physical education
Forehand groundstrokes
An introduction to the forehand.
An introduction to the forehand.
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Key Stage 1 Physical education
Forehand catch
Practising forehand groundstrokes with a partner.
Practising forehand groundstrokes with a partner.
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Key Stage 1 Physical education
Forehand groundstrokes challenge
A paired activity to practise simple forehand technique.
A paired activity to practise simple forehand technique.
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Key Stage 2 Physical education
Forehand groundstroke: length drill
In this video Adam attempts to alter the length of his forehand more »
In this video Adam attempts to alter the length of his forehand groundstrokes. Dave feeds the ball and calls out a specific length for Adam to hit.
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Key Stage 2 Physical education
Paired rallying
Working in pairs to execute a 6 shot rally. The addition of a competitive more »
Working in pairs to execute a 6 shot rally. The addition of a competitive element can encourage poor technique, so don't forget to emphasise the importance of good technique in helping them to 'win'.
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