Requirements
- Gymnasium or outdoor space with hard ground surface, street hockey ball, hockey stick, hockey net
Instructions
- Set up the hockey net with a wall behind it, and then lay down markers 2, 3, 4, and 5 metres from the net
- Children take turns shooting at the net, starting at 2 metres and then moving to the next marker each time they score
- Goalies are optional. Add a goalie only if the child wants a greater challenge
Variations
- If you want to make shooting easier, try using lighter, softer, and bigger balls
- Try using shorter, lighter sticks for greater control
- Use cones or rags to mark the goal, and then you can adjust the goal to any size
Benefits
This activity develops striking skills together with core strength
