Tennis Tots Week 2, Term 6 π¦πΆ
πΆ Walking age to approx. 6 years
π Progressions: Harder variations for older tots (2.5+ years)
πͺΆ Feathers: Easier versions for younger tots (< 2.5 years)
βοΈ Coaching Tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFn1wsw3S7c
β’ Keep instructions short and visual
β’ Use slower balls and balloons if needed
β’ Sit children down to regain control
β’ Big claps and praise after each turn
β’ Use parents & assistant coaches
π₯ Warm-Up
https://youtu.be/Tpp5XXaljTg?feature=shared
π€ Introduction (1β2 min)
https://www.summit-tennis.com/games-and-activities/introduction
π Phase 1 (5β7 min) β Bug Bashers
https://www.summit-tennis.com/games-and-activities/bug-bashers
π§ Interlude β Quick Drink & Register Check
πΎ Phase 2 (5β7 min) β Range Hitting
https://www.summit-tennis.com/games-and-activities/range-hitting
ποΈπΎ Phase 3 (5β7 min) β Volley Progressions
https://www.summit-tennis.com/games-and-activities/volley-progressions
π§ Interlude β Drink & Final Register Check
ππ₯ Phase 4 (5β7 min) β Run the Gauntlet
https://www.summit-tennis.com/games-and-activities/run-the-gauntlet
π Standard Finish β Chase the Tail
https://www.summit-tennis.com/games-and-activities/chase-the-tail
CHANGING THE PLAN π
Like-for-like swaps by PHASE:
https://www.summit-tennis.com/all-games-gallery-phases