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Gopher S1 Recreational Shuttlecocks

Shuttlecocks with reliable performance and exceptional durability for recreational and match play!
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A durable synthetic head and nylon skirt make this shuttlecock one of the toughest synthetic birdies we offer. It’s designed for medium speed and will take the abuse of heavy institutional play for years to come, delivering reliable performance for all levels of play.

Extreme Durability

Designed for ultimate shape retention and extreme durability, a PVC/EVA-foam base stands up to even the biggest smashes without showing wear. A crack-resistant injection molded skirt also lends exceptional resilience to these birdies—thwarting abuse from anything from racquets to sneakers. These medium-speed shuttles allow for top performance in moderate temperatures and areas near sea level in both practice and match settings. Whether you equip novices or tournament players, you'll know that you won't have to replace them mid-game.

 

15 Fundamental Movement Skill Activities Using Gopher S1 Recreational Shuttlecocks

The Gopher S1 Recreational Shuttlecocks are designed with a soft foam tip and nylon skirt, offering lightweight flight and a gentle impact that makes them ideal for young learners and beginners. As an economical and safe option for school PE programs, the S1 Shuttlecock is perfect for introducing students to striking, tracking, and coordination skills. These shuttlecocks allow for safe and creative exploration of movement patterns, making them incredibly versatile for teaching fundamental movement skills in fun, engaging ways.

Below are 15 imaginative and developmentally appropriate activity ideas that use Gopher S1 Recreational Shuttlecocks to teach fundamental movement skills. These activities are suitable for both small and large groups of students across all grade levels and help students build locomotor, non-locomotor, manipulative, and body control skills.

1. Soft Serve Sizzle: Students perform a gentle underhand serve using the S1 Shuttlecock and run to a target spot before it lands. Emphasizes underhand striking, timing, and running.

2. Float & Freeze Frenzy: Students tap the shuttlecock upward, then freeze in a balance pose while watching it descend. Focuses on body control, visual tracking, and static balance.

3. Rainbow Rally Relay: In teams, students must strike the shuttlecock to their partner while moving between spots. Encourages teamwork, striking, and locomotor skills.

4. Cork Pop Sprint Drop: Students pop the shuttlecock into the air, sprint forward, then drop to a squat or plank before the shuttle lands. Combines striking, sprinting, and body control.

5. Tip & Tap Trail: Students gently tap the shuttlecock while following a taped path on the floor. Develops striking precision and directional movement.

6. Cork Glide Gauntlet: Students strike shuttlecocks while sliding between targets. Emphasizes control, sliding, and coordination.

7. Catch Me Corky Chase: Students toss the shuttlecock, then perform a leap, hop, or skip before catching it. Encourages locomotor variety and manipulative control.

8. Strike & Slide Showdown: Students alternate between striking the shuttlecock and performing lateral slides between cones. Integrates manipulative and locomotor skills.

9. Cork Toss Target Time: Students underhand toss shuttlecocks toward hoops or cones, aiming for accuracy. Develops throwing and spatial awareness.

10. Air Tap Agility: While tapping the shuttlecock upward, students must perform quick footwork patterns like high knees or ladder drills. Enhances agility and coordination.

11. Cork Hop-n-Stop: Students hop in place and strike the shuttlecock. When the whistle blows, they must stop and hold a balance pose. Teaches dynamic balance and listening.

12. Cork Launch Leap: Students strike shuttlecocks upward and leap to touch them at their peak height. Reinforces jumping and tracking accuracy.

13. Tap & Travel Trail: Students move around the gym tapping the shuttlecock and following specific movement cues (e.g., skip, gallop, crawl). Combines striking and movement variety.

14. Cork Toss Tic-Tac-Toe: Students try to toss shuttlecocks into a large floor tic-tac-toe grid made from floor tape. Promotes throwing accuracy and strategy.

15. Cork Rally Countdown: Pairs try to keep the shuttlecock in the air with consecutive strikes, counting out loud. At every 5 hits, they must change foot position or perform a locomotor switch. Builds consistency, teamwork, and movement fluency.