Partner Paddle Ball
Partner paddle ball: pairs rally with beach paddles and a soft ball.
How to play
- Pairs with paddles.
- Rally to each other, counting hits.
- Increase the distance gradually.
- Short games to 7.
Rules
- Keep a safe distance.
Variations
Easier
Close distance.
Standard
Standard distance.
Harder
Games.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: closer.
- Bigger ball.
Learning goals
- Develop racket skills.
- Improve coordination.
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