PlaySport - activitydetails

		Frantic

Tactical Focus:
Consistency

	A square is marked using four pylons.
	Players have to stay in area and play 'keep up' by bumping the ball into the air to each other.
	The ball is not allowed to bounce.

	Add another ball to increase challenge.
	Increase the number of players to five and number of balls to four. This will increase a need for communication.
	Introduce a points system. Dropping a ball or leaving the area is one point. Have to attempt to get lower score each time.

	How can you best cover the space so that balls do not hit the ground?
	What can you do to give your teammates more time to get into position?

	Adjust the space accordingly.
	Implements can be used as an alternative to volleying with hands.

LEVEL OF COMPLEXITY

Easy
Moderate

How would you rate this activity?

1. Poor 2. Fair 3. Good 4. Excellent

Participant Grouping

Groups of four working cooperatively

Equipment

Pylons: 4
Balls (e.g. beach, foam, paper, wiffle gator): 2

Playing Area

Gymnasium

Safety

Be aware of the space you are in aswell as other people.


		Life Skills Development
		Coping and Self-Management Skills
		Was there anything that caused you to feel pressured in this game?
		What happens when you have lots of things to think about all at the same time?
		Are there times in your life when this happens and what do you do about it?


		FUNdamental Skills
		Stability Skills
		Stability when bumping ball
		Preparation: Make sure that you get underneath the ball as it is coming to you and get into a wide stance.
		Execution: Sit on a chair with your knees bent, back straight and arms out on the arm rest of the chair.
		Follow-through: As you are bumping, keep a wide stance but straighten your knees to give you power.