Activity
Court Movement and Footwork Drills
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Tennis
Technique: Footwork
Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Tennis
Technique: Footwork
Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Tennis
Technique: Footwork
Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Tennis
Technique: Footwork
Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Tennis
Technique: Footwork
Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Tennis
Technique: Footwork
Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Tennis
Technique: Footwork
Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Tennis
Technique: Footwork
Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Tennis
Technique: Footwork
Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Tennis
Technique: Footwork
Court Movement and Footwork Drills
Learning Outcomes
Improve quick footwork and court movement patterns
Develop split-step timing and ready position
Enhance agility, balance, and change-of-direction skills
Build faster reaction time to incoming balls
Strengthen coordination between feet and racket preparation
Increase endurance for continuous movement on court
Description Of Activity
Warm-Up (3–5 minutes)
Light jog around the court
Side shuffles
High knees & butt kicks
Dynamic stretches (arm circles, leg swings)
Students start at the centre of the court in ready position.
Teacher calls movements:
Side shuffle to left/right
Forward sprint to net & backpedal
Diagonal movement to corners
Split-step then move to a direction
Students move while maintaining tennis posture (knees bent, light on toes).
Repeat multiple patterns to improve tennis footwork.
Variations
Cone pattern drill (zig-zag, T-drill, L-drill)
Racquet in hand while moving
Reaction drill: Move after teacher points to a direction
Shadow tennis: Add forehand/backhand swings at each cone
Timed challenges for speed and accuracy
Coaching Tips
Emphasize the importance of staying low and balanced.
Encourage students to use quick, explosive movements.
Provide specific feedback on their footwork technique.
Equipment/Material Required
Tennis court (or marked area), Cones, Tennis balls, Rackets (optional for footwork-only version)