Pickleball Ready Position and Forehand

6thPhysical Education50 min

Learning Objective

I can demonstrate the ready position and forehand ground hit in pickleball.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

Perfect Pickleball Forehand Contact Point & How To Find It

PrimeTime Pickleball

Guided Notes

10 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • The most important thing to remember about your forehand is to make contact out in front of your body.

  • To find the correct contact point, turn your body about 30-35 degrees, and point your elbow into your oblique abdominal muscle.

  • To ensure the paddle is facing forward, lay your wrist back and turn your lower body to make contact.

Practice

15 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Explain how to find the ideal forehand contact point in pickleball, according to the video. Describe the position of your elbow and wrist.

Teacher Guide

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  • Answer keys for all questions
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