Tennis

Lesson Note: Introduction to Tennis (BST - BASIC 3)

Topic: Tennis Subject: Basic Sports and Training (BST) Class Group: BASIC 3 Curriculum: Hybrid

Lesson Objectives:

1. To understand the brief history of tennis.
2. To demonstrate basic skills in tennis.

Brief History of Tennis:

Tennis is a sport that originated in France in the 12th century. It was initially played by the upper class and was known as "Jeux de Paume," which means "game of the palm." Over time, the game spread to other parts of Europe and was adopted by the British, who introduced the modern version of the game. The first Wimbledon tennis tournament was held in 1877, and it is still one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world.

Basic Skills in Tennis:

To play tennis, you need to master the following basic skills:

1. Grip: Hold the racket with a firm but not overly tight grip. There are two main types of grips: the forehand grip and the backhand grip.
2. Stance: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, with your body facing the net.
3. Serve: The serve is the shot that starts the game. Stand behind the baseline and toss the ball in the air. Hit the ball with the racket, using your arm and shoulder to generate power.
4. Forehand: The forehand is a shot that is hit with the front of the racket. Stand with your body facing the net and hit the ball with a smooth, swinging motion.
5. Backhand: The backhand is a shot that is hit with the back of the racket. Stand with your body facing the net and hit the ball with a smooth, swinging motion.

Demonstration:

Watch the instructor demonstrate the basic skills in tennis, including the grip, stance, serve, forehand, and backhand.

Practice:

Now it's your turn to practice! Find a partner and take turns practicing the basic skills in tennis. Remember to start with the grip and stance, and then move on to the serve, forehand, and backhand.

Assessment:

Your instructor will assess your understanding of the brief history of tennis and your ability to demonstrate the basic skills in tennis.

Conclusion:

In this lesson, you learned about the brief history of tennis and demonstrated the basic skills in tennis. Remember to practice regularly to improve your skills and have fun playing tennis!