Both-Hands Beanbag Target Toss

An accuracy toss at hoop targets where every student throws with both the dominant and non-dominant hand, and non-dominant points count double. It builds accuracy with both hands, opposite-foot coordination and awareness of one's own dominance.

How to play

1. Set up 6 targets of 3 hoops (center 3 points, middle 2, outer 1) and cone lines at 10, 13 and 16 feet. Groups of 4 per target, one beanbag each (3 min).
2. Technique: underhand toss with the foot opposite the throwing hand forward. Free practice: 3 tosses with each hand from 10 feet (3 min).
3. Scoring round: 2 beanbags with the dominant hand and 2 with the non-dominant hand, which score double. Everything adds to the group total (5 min).
4. When everyone has thrown, collect on the signal and record; if the group beats its score, it moves back a line.
5. Repeat the round with an overhand throw, using both hands (4 min).
6. Each student shares which hand scored more and what they changed to improve with the other (3 min).

Rules

• Collect only when the whole group has thrown and the signal is given.
• Throw from behind the line and only at your own target.
• The front foot is always opposite the throwing hand.

Variations

Adaptations

• Limited mobility: students using wheelchairs throw from the 10-foot line or closer, same scoring.
• Low vision: a contrasting center hoop and a partner clapping behind it as a sound cue.
• Skill level: accurate throwers use the 16-foot line; students who struggle step closer.

Learning goals

• Throw accurately with the dominant and non-dominant hand.
• Step with the opposite foot when throwing.
• Identify their dominant hand and value progress with the other.

Equipment for a class of 25

• beanbags: 24
• hoops: 18
• cones: 18

Teacher tip

With the non-dominant hand almost everyone steps with the same-side foot: remind them it's the opposite one. Face all targets the same way with 10 feet between groups.

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