DRILL TYPE: Motor Skills
A fun game for the children to work on agility, coordination and dodging skills.
SETUP:
1. Setup cones in the back court to establish the boundaries. ( See diagram)
MISSION:
1. Children must remain in the back court, each balancing a Koosh Ball or Bean Bag on their racket.
2. One child is the chaser, who must tag other the other players to get them out.
3. Anyone leaving the back court or dropping the ball or bean bag from the racket is also out.
4. The last one in becomes the new chaser for the next game.
TIPS:
1. Explain to the children not to rush.
SAFETY:
1. Ensure the children not to get out of the control.
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