Wall Kicks

What you need

• a soft ball

How to do it

1. Stand them a couple of steps from a wall with the ball at their feet.
2. Kick it at the wall yourself and let it roll back.
3. Let them kick, then stop it with their foot when it comes back.
4. Kick again.

Why it matters

The wall always sends the ball back, so they get kick after kick without anyone having to fetch it.

What they're learning

Kicking forwards

A wall in front makes a straight kick the one that comes back.

Stopping a moving ball

The ball coming back gives them a moving ball to meet.

Keeping going

The wall never tires of the game, so the practice keeps coming.

What to look for

Watch for them getting their foot ready as the ball comes back.

A tip

Shoes with a good grip beat socks on a smooth floor. Clear a space first and use a soft, light ball. Keep away from windows.

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