Traditional Indian Racquet Sport - Woolen Ball Game
| Month | Week | Topic/Skill | Learning Objectives | Activities | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JUNE | 1 | Introduction to Ball Badminton (Lesson 1) | Understand game history, court dimensions, equipment, and basic rules | Court orientation, equipment handling, rule explanation | Quiz on rules |
| 2 | Grip Techniques (Lesson 2) | Master forehand and backhand grips | Grip drills, shadow practice, partner checks | Grip observation | |
| 3 | Ready Stance & Position (Lesson 3) | Develop correct ready position and athletic stance | Stance drills, reaction training, balance exercises | Stance check | |
| 4 | Basic Footwork (Lesson 4) | Learn movement patterns and court coverage basics | Shadow footwork, cone drills, directional movement | Footwork agility test | |
| JULY | 1 | Underarm Service (Lesson 5) | Master basic underarm service technique | Service stance, swing pattern, target practice | Service accuracy |
| 2 | Sidearm Service (Lesson 6) | Learn sidearm service variation | Sidearm technique, trajectory control, placement | Service variety | |
| 3 | Service Reception (Lesson 7) | Develop effective service return skills | Positioning, anticipation, return placement | Return quality | |
| 4 | Forehand Drive (Lesson 8) | Execute powerful forehand drive shots | Drive technique, timing, follow-through | Drive consistency | |
| AUGUST | 1 | Backhand Drive (Lesson 9) | Master backhand drive technique | Backhand grip shift, swing path, power generation | Backhand proficiency |
| 2 | Forehand Lob (Lesson 10) | Execute high defensive lob shots | Lob trajectory, height control, court depth | Lob placement | |
| 3 | Backhand Lob (Lesson 11) | Develop backhand lob skills | Backhand lob technique, defensive positioning | Lob consistency | |
| 4 | Drop Shot (Lesson 12) | Master deceptive drop shot technique | Soft touch, disguise, net clearance | Drop accuracy | |
| SEPTEMBER | 1 | Forehand Smash (Lesson 13) | Execute powerful forehand smash | Jump timing, racket speed, contact point | Smash power |
| 2 | Backhand Smash (Lesson 14) | Develop backhand attacking smash | Backhand power, body rotation, accuracy | Smash technique | |
| 3 | Net Play Basics (Lesson 15) | Master net approach and play | Net position, soft hands, quick reflexes | Net control | |
| 4 | Net Kill Shot (Lesson 16) | Execute attacking net kills | Kill technique, timing, placement | Kill success rate | |
| OCTOBER | 1 | Defensive Techniques (Lesson 17) | Develop solid defensive skills | Block defense, lift defense, counter-attack | Defense effectiveness |
| 2 | Court Coverage (Lesson 18) | Master complete court movement | 4-corner drill, recovery, base position | Coverage efficiency | |
| 3 | Singles Strategy (Lesson 19) | Develop singles tactical awareness | Court zones, opponent reading, shot selection | Strategy application | |
| 4 | Mid-Term Assessment | Evaluate all skills learned | Practical tests, skill demonstrations | Performance grading | |
| NOVEMBER | 1 | Doubles Formation (Lesson 20) | Understand doubles positioning systems | Side-by-side, front-back, rotation drills | Formation understanding |
| 2 | Doubles Attack (Lesson 21) | Develop doubles attacking strategy | Attack formation, smash-net combination | Attack coordination | |
| 3 | Doubles Defense (Lesson 22) | Master doubles defensive formation | Side-by-side defense, lift selection, counter | Defense teamwork | |
| 4 | Rally Building (Lesson 23) | Develop rally construction skills | Patience, placement, opportunity creation | Rally quality | |
| DECEMBER | 1 | Match Tactics (Lesson 24) | Apply tactical awareness in matches | Game planning, adaptation, pressure handling | Tactical execution |
| 2 | Tournament Play (Lesson 25) | Experience competitive match play | Class tournament, official scoring, umpiring | Competition performance | |
| 3 | Stroke Refinement | Polish all stroke techniques | Video analysis, correction drills | Technique improvement | |
| 4 | Term Review | Comprehensive skill evaluation | Theory and practical tests | Term grading | |
| JANUARY | 1 | Advanced Footwork | Master advanced movement patterns | Complex patterns, speed drills, agility | Footwork mastery |
| 2 | Deceptive Shots | Develop shot disguise and deception | Delayed shots, fake movements, hold shots | Deception effectiveness | |
| 3 | Physical Conditioning | Develop game-specific fitness | Endurance, speed, agility training | Fitness tests | |
| 4 | Mental Preparation | Develop competition mindset | Focus training, pressure handling | Mental readiness | |
| FEBRUARY | 1 | Singles Match Practice | Apply all singles skills in matches | Structured match play, feedback sessions | Match performance |
| 2 | Doubles Match Practice | Apply all doubles skills in matches | Partner combinations, team tactics | Team coordination | |
| 3 | Inter-class Tournament | Competitive tournament experience | Class championships, umpiring duties | Tournament results | |
| 4 | Performance Analysis | Review and improvement planning | Video analysis, individual feedback | Improvement plans | |
| MARCH | 1 | Skills Review & Polish | Refine all techniques learned | Station-based practice, skill rotation | Skill checklist |
| 2 | Annual Practical Exam | Comprehensive skill assessment | All skills testing, match evaluation | Final grading | |
| 3 | School Team Selection | Identify talented players | Selection trials, team formation | Team roster | |
| 4 | Annual Sports Day & Awards | Celebrate achievements | Exhibition matches, prize distribution | Year-end evaluation |