Recall of basic skills and rules
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can play a recognised game of badminton applying all major rules
Key learning points
- Move: snapping the wrist on overhead shots turns a clear into a smash.
- Think: for a legal serve, the shuttle must be hit underarm and below the waist.
- Think: hitting to your opponent's backhand and to the back of the court increases winning opportunities.
- Feel: taking responsibility for your actions shows commitment.
- Connect: helping others to remember and correctly apply the rules requires collaboration.
Keywords
Clear - a shot played from the back of the court, up high and deep into your opponent's half
Net fault - if any player touches the net with their body, racket or clothing during the rally, they lose the point
Notational analysis - studying movement patterns, strategy and tactics that result in winning or losing points
Common misconception
Pupils call their score first and get confused which side they should serve from.
You should always call the serving player's/team's score first. If their score is even, then they serve from the right, whereas if their score is odd, they serve from the left.
Teacher tip
Build a routine where pupils set up courts as soon as they arrive and return to cooperative rallies in pairs to beat their best score each week. Aim to self-assess and differentiate courts to ensure you can spend most time supporting whilst capable players are playing or coaching each other.
Equipment
1 badminton racket per pupil, at least 1 shuttlecock between 2, posts and nets, pupil worksheet and additional materials
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.For the majority of the time, where is the best place to hit the shuttle to put your opponent under pressure?
Q2.What decision should the umpire/players make if the shuttle lands on the line?
Q3.If the score was 1-3 and you win the point. Who serves next and from where?
Q4.What should be the most important factor when playing matches with friends?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Who serves next and what is the score if you win the point on your opponent's serve at 2-7?
Q2.What is it called if you hit the net with your racket on the follow through from a smash?
Q3.What should you snap when hitting a smash?
Q4.Which of the following is an illegal serve?
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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