Have children stand very near the net. Show them how to touch their racquets to the coach’s hand in a high five, then how to use the same motion to "high five" the ball. Coaches should stand close and toss balls so the children can tap them over the net. Count the repetitions aloud and rotate children quickly.
Variations:
- Have the children use the same motion to hit a dangling, stationary ball. A parent-coach can steady the ball between each hit.
- Use a helium balloon tied to the net for the children to strike.
