Lesson: Pickleball Paddle Skills with GIFs and Spotify Playlist and Pickle & Spoon Race

Lessons · By Matt Barker (Digit the APE), Adapted Physical Education specialist

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Lesson: Pickleball Paddle Skills with GIFs and Spotify Playlist and Pickle & Spoon Race

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Objective:

To develop ball skills in middle school students through a structured, interactive lesson plan using pickleball GIFs, music, and fun activities.

Materials:

  • 1x Pickleball paddles and ball per student
  • Projector or screen for displaying GIFs
  • Velcro dots for “Pickle and Spoon Race” adaptation

Structure:

  • Duration: 45-60 minutes
  • Levels: 1 (Beginner), 2 (Intermediate), 3 (Advanced)
  • Each Level: 4 Skills
  • Practice Time per Skill: 1-3 minutes

Fun Activity: Pickle and Spoon Race

  • Objective: Relay race balancing the ball on the paddle.
  • Adaptation: Use Velcro dots for beginners to stick the ball on the paddle.
  • Enhancement: For advanced players, replace balancing with paddle taps (tapping the ball up and down on the paddle while moving).

Notes:

  • Ensure a smooth transition between skills and levels.
  • Monitor students for safety and proper technique.
  • Encourage sportsmanship and teamwork.
  • Adjust the activity based on student abilities and engagement.