🏐 Volleyball Lesson Plan – Basic Introduction
Class Level: Grade 5–8
Time Duration: 40–50 minutes
Topic: Introduction to Volleyball
Objective:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
Understand the basic rules and positions in volleyball
Perform basic volleyball skills (serve, pass, set)
Work in teams with communication and coordination
🔶 Materials Needed:
Volleyballs (1 per 4–5 students)
Net (or string if net unavailable)
Whistle
Chalk/cones for boundaries
Diagram/chart showing volleyball positions
🕘 Lesson Structure:
1. Warm-Up (5–8 minutes)
Jog around the court – 2 rounds
Dynamic stretches (arm circles, lunges, side-to-side jumps)
Quick reaction game (e.g., jump when whistle blows)
2. Introduction & Explanation (5 minutes)
Brief history of volleyball
Show court diagram and explain positions (Setter, Libero, Spiker, etc.)
Basic rules:
o 6 players per side
o 3 touches max per team before crossing the net
o No catching or holding the ball
o Rotate when gaining serve
3. Skill Practice (20 minutes)
🟠 A. Underarm Pass (Bump) – 5 min
Show correct hand positioning
Practice in pairs: toss and bump
🟠 B. Overhead Pass (Set) – 5 min
Demonstrate finger positioning
Practice with partners: toss and set
🟠 C. Underhand Serve – 5 min
Explain stance and contact point
Students serve to wall or across short distance
🟠 D. Combine Skills – 5 min
In groups of 3: toss – bump – set
Rotate roles after every round
4. Mini Game (10–12 minutes)
Form small teams (4 per side if not enough players)
Set up a half-court game or full court if space allows
Use simplified rules: 3-hit rally, underhand serve only
Encourage communication (“Mine!”, “Set!”)
5. Cool Down & Reflection (5 minutes)
Light jogging in place
Deep breathing, arm and leg stretches
Ask students:
o What skill did you enjoy the most?
o What was challenging?
o What is one new thing you learned?
📝 Assessment & Observation
Teacher observes and notes:
o Participation and effort
o Team communication
o Proper skill techniques
Optional: Give stars or points for teamwork, fair play, skill execution
✅ Extension or Homework (Optional)
Watch a short volleyball game (YouTube link or PE class screening)
Draw the court and label player positions
Reflect: “How can we improve team coordination in volleyball?”
