Table tennis

What prior knowledge, experience and qualifications will I need?
Hand control and fair to good sight, good mobility.There will be a pre-course assessment.

Learning Goals:
To be able to return the ball to another player. To use fore and back hand. To improve co-ordination. Participate in class warm up every week. Alternate between fore and back hand strokes. To learn to score a table tennis game/basic rules use a score sheet to record points history. File your sheets in your course folder. To create a portfolio of evidence of learning and achievement on the course.

What teaching methods will the tutor use?
Demonstration, verbal explanation, supporting handouts and practical experience.

What assessment methods will the tutor use?
Observation, verbal feedback, student self-assessment, peer group interaction, completion of ILPs, practical group activities, videos and photographs.

Will extra work be required outside the class times?
To continue exercising on own during the week.

What materials will I need for the course and how much will they cost?
Clothes, comfortable top. Layers to be able to strip off when warm. Tracksuit /Jogging bottoms / comfortable waisted trousers /leggings Footwear: Socks and trainer type shoes.

What do I need to bring to the first class?
An A4 folder.

Options when finished
There are a variety of different courses available in the supported learning department. Information about these courses are available through the tutor and curriculum leader.

Additional information
We expect a commitment to attend well. This is beneficial to making progress. If you have problems in class with your work or with other learners please speak to your tutor or contact the Curriculum Leader. All courses are planned to be delivered in the learning centres.

For general enquiries and course availability information call 0208 314 3300. For more detailed information and guidance about the course: