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  • Year 10

Tchoukball and basic rules

I can explain the basic rules to Tchoukball.

Lesson 1 of 6
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  • Year 10

Tchoukball and basic rules

I can explain the basic rules to Tchoukball.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Move: releasing the ball high, ideally from a running jump, increases the power in our shots.
  2. Move: aiming at the middle/top of the net, increases the chance of scoring.
  3. Think: the rule of three means you have 3 seconds with the ball, 3 passes and 3 steps before needing to pass or shoot.
  4. Feel: it is illegal to intercept a pass or block a rebound, so everyone feels included.
  5. Connect: respect is shown between all players as a higher priority to winning.

Keywords

  • Rebound frame - the 2 rebound frames are similar to small trampolines and placed at either end of the court

  • Three step rule - players are allowed to take up to 3 steps while holding the ball. This rule encourages quick passing and movement

  • Three pass rule - a team can make a maximum of 3 passes before they must shoot at the rebound frame. This ensures that the game remains fast paced and prevents prolonged possession by one team

Common misconception

Pupils attack one end of the court similar to all other invasion games focused on territory and seek to tackle/intercept passes between the opposition.

Tchoukball is a unique game where both teams can score at both ends by throwing the ball into the rebound net and not being caught by the opposition. You are not allowed to tackle with the opposition while they are in possession of the ball.


To help you plan your year 10 physical education lesson on: Tchoukball and basic rules, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...

Use basketball courts and consider a simple indoor athletics turning board or similar if you do not have rebound frames to enable 5v5 or 7v7 games for your whole class.
Teacher tip

Equipment

1 tchoukball between 5, 1 rebound frame per 5 players, bibs, game rules: additional materials

Content guidance

  • Risk assessment required - physical activity

Supervision

Adult supervision required

Licence

This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).

Prior knowledge starter quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
What increases your chances of being passed a ball?

Correct answer: get into space
get near defender
stay still

Q2.
What is another word for offensive play when you do not have possession?

attack
Correct answer: defence
shooting

Q3.
What happens to the direction of ball travel if it hits a hard surface/racket/tight net?

remains straight
bounce at 90 degrees
Correct answer: rebound in opposite direction

Q4.
What is in place in all games to help ensure fair and enjoyable competition?

coaches
Correct answer: rules
etiquette

Assessment exit quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
Which target must you aim at in Tchoukball?

Correct answer: either end
your attacking end
your defensive end

Q2.
Complete the sentence: The rule of 3 means you have 3 seconds with the ball, 3 passes before shooting and 3 before passing/shooting.

Correct Answer: steps, step, moves

Q3.
How do you prevent a shooter scoring a point?

Correct answer: catch outside ‘D’
block their shot
catch inside ‘D’

Q4.
Fair play and is more important than winning according to the Tchoukball Charter.

Correct Answer: respect

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