Teen Leadership Gym Manual Master Curriculum
TEEN LEAD SPORTS PLAYBOOK
A 7-Week Leadership & Non-Traditional Sports Program
Format 1 HR/DAY
1. Voice & Tone
Teens project energy, give clear boundaries, and establish authoritative yet positive presence on the gym floor.
2. Safety Check
Inspect play zones, secure gear, manage body contact, and enforce strict, proactive injury-prevention rules.
3. Active Ref
Avoid standing still on sidelines. Facilitators run with the play, call out infractions immediately, and encourage sportspersonship.
The Daily 60-Minute Structure
MIN 00-10
1. Dynamic Warm-Up
High-energy cardio & mobility led entirely by designated student captains.
MIN 10-25
2. Tactical Drill
Focus on key sport mechanic (e.g., forehand disc throwing, rebound spacing).
MIN 25-50
3. Lead Gameplay
Tournament match, classic gym variant, or target challenge run by facilitators.
MIN 50-60
4. Team Debrief
Leadership feedback, sportspersonship awards, and physical gear teardown.
The 7-Week Sport Rotation Map
Week Sport Focus Leadership Core Lesson Focus Key Deliverables & Action Goals W1 Ultimate Frisbee Voice, Tone, & Gym Floor Command Enforce boundaries, run backhand tutorials W2 Kin-Ball (Giant Spheres) Cooperative Team-Building & Pacing Coordinate 3-color games, call out contact fouls W3 Tchoukball (Rebound) Fair Play, Officiating & Spacing Manage the forbidden zone, resolve disputes W4 Spikeball (360 Play) Small-Group Dynamics & Brackets Set up nets, run active 2v2 double brackets W5 Tactical Tag Classics Safety Audits & Adaptive Rules Manage high speed tags, safe fall guidelines W6 Modified Dodge & Catch Conflict Resolution & Inclusion Introduce medic and revive options, defuse arguments W7 Championship Launch Event Coordination & Graduation Run multi-sport community festival, student led
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WEEKS 1 & 2: MASTER SESSION SCHEDULES
Days 1 - 10: Disc Flight and Giant Kinetic Sphere Pacing
DAYS 1-10
WEEK 1: ULTIMATE FRISBEE (LEADERSHIP CORE: VOICE & SAFETY) 1 HR DAILY OUTLINE
DAY 01
Disc Physics & Grip
Captains run circle warm-ups. Teach backhand grip & wrist snap. Gameplay: Frisbee Golf Target Challenge.
Ref Goal: Voice Check
DAY 02
The Forehand Cut
Dynamic line drills. Pivot-foot mechanics & forearm whip. Gameplay: Keep-Away (no movement with disc allowed).
Ref Goal: Space Checks
DAY 03
Deep Route Cuts
Agility ladder runs. Lead passing drills with sudden cuts. Gameplay: Half-Court Scrimmage with restricted zones.
Ref Goal: Active Hand Signals
DAY 04
Zone Defense Rules
Shuttle run card. Teach cup defense & spacing marks. Gameplay: Defensive Showdown (intercept focus, 5 passes max).
Ref Goal: Count aloud
DAY 05
Weekly Tournament
Facilitators build the 4-team bracket. Run official matches. Debrief: Highlight great defensive tags & fair play.
Ref Goal: Score keeping
WEEK 2: KIN-BALL (LEADERSHIP CORE: COOPERATIVE PACING) 1 HR DAILY OUTLINE
DAY 06
Giant Sphere Mechanics
Cooperative team crawls with 4ft ball. Teach correct holding position (3-person pyramid base).
Ref Goal: Color Calls
DAY 07
Omnikin Strike Drill
Teach overhead two-handed strikes. Dynamic pacing drill where teams slide & cushion balls.
Ref Goal: Line Fault Watch
DAY 08
Tactical Slide Def
Goalie lunges and sliding slide-saves. Gameplay: 3-team rotation (Blue, Grey, Pink) with quick defense resets.
Ref Goal: 5-Sec Whistle
DAY 09
Triple Attack Focus
Fast defensive transition drill. Teams practice calling out the highest-score team colors on the court.
Ref Goal: Multi-Zone Play
DAY 10
The Giant Cup Clash
A thrilling 3-way tournament facilitated entirely by youth captains. Scoring, tracking, and award presentation.
Ref Goal: Fair Play Award
Coach Tip: Weekly Handover
At the end of Day 5 and Day 10, run a 10-minute Teen Leader feedback round. Ask: "Which rule call was hardest to enforce, and how can we support you next week?"
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WEEKS 3 & 4: ADVANCED TACTICS
Days 11 - 20: Rebound Angles and Rapid Small-Court Setups
DAYS 11-20
WEEK 3: TCHOUKBALL (LEADERSHIP CORE: SPORTSMANSHIP & SELF-REF) 1 HR DAILY OUTLINE
DAY 11
Rebound Physics
Introduction to the elastic frame. Practice throwing angles. Drill: Quick reaction rebound catches off the grid.
Ref: Forbidden Zone
DAY 12
Three-Step Rule
Catch, pivot, 3-step footwork check. Gameplay: Half-court scrimmage where defensive contact is completely banned.
Ref: Zero Contact Call
DAY 13
Rebound Attacks
Angle shooting practice to hit outer lines. Gameplay: Full double-frame matches (no team owns a specific frame).
Ref: Frame-strike Check
DAY 14
Strategic Spacing
Triangle defensive spread setup. Scrimmage where teen refs strictly enforce "No blocking opponent paths".
Ref: Defensive Spacing
DAY 15
Tchouk Cup Finals
Facilitators run full-court fast matches. Teams self-police rules. Leaders score based on fairness and sportsmanship.
Ref: Self-Ref Audit
WEEK 4: SPIKEBALL (LEADERSHIP CORE: BRACKET COORDINATION) 1 HR DAILY OUTLINE
DAY 16
Set, Spike, Touch
Check net tension. Focus on "Palm-strikes" and soft sets. Gameplay: "Set & Hold" cooperative rallying.
Ref: 3-Touch Hand Sign
DAY 17
The 360 Cut
Lateral slide shuffles. Spacing around the net without center blocks. Scrimmage: "No boundary 360 play".
Ref: Rim-fault Call
DAY 18
Server Rotation
Serving styles (high-spin, drop). Gameplay: 2v2 league points tracker. Ref watches the "pocket line" meticulously.
Ref: Pocket-strike Call
DAY 19
Defensive Slides
Dive mechanics on soft mats. Rally focus. Gameplay: Quick-swap pairs (King of the Court style) with rapid resets.
Ref: Double Bounce
DAY 20
Double-Elim Bracket
Teens design and coordinate a 16-player bracket. Facilitate timing, scores, and track matches simultaneously.
Ref: Bracket Sync
Self-Officiating Philosophy
Week 3 and 4 challenge players to call their own lines. Referees should only step in if team discussion exceeds 10 seconds. Keep the game pacing fluid and active!
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WEEKS 5-7: ADVANCED GYM CLASSICS & CHAMPIONSHIPS
Days 21 - 35: Tacticians, Conflict Resolution, and Final Sports Fest
DAYS 21-35
WEEK 5: TAG TACTICIANS (MODIFIED RUNNING CLASSICS) DAYS 21-25
DAY 21
Freeze tag variant. Run safety border audits. Safe-sliding zones.
DAY 22
Infection Tag. Facilitate massive-group boundary controls. Ref tag checks.
DAY 23
Capture the Flag. Dynamic field dividing lines. Safe-zones setup.
DAY 24
Jailbreak Play. Revive criteria. Teens manage massive-group transitions.
DAY 25
Weekly Tournament. Map tactical tag courses with soft gym mats.
WEEK 6: GYM REIMAGINED (MODIFIED DODGE & DEFUSE) DAYS 26-30
DAY 26
Doctor Dodge. Secret medic roles. Enforce soft skin-ball check rules.
DAY 27
Barrier Pinball. Soft gym mats as movable shields. Strike zones.
DAY 28
Quadrant Clashes. 4 teams play simultaneously. Multi-directional ref.
DAY 29
Revive Challenge. Push-ups or star-jumps to get teammates back in.
DAY 30
League Finale. Full bracket. Teen referees resolve visual disputes.
WEEK 7: CHAMPIONSHIP LAUNCH (COMMUNITY FESTIVAL RUN) DAYS 31-35
DAY 31
Festival Design. Teens outline game stations, rules, and schedules.
DAY 32
Station Runs. Setup tests, checking gear counts and whistles.
DAY 33
Dress Rehearsal. Timed trials with swift transitions.
DAY 34
Festival Day! Teens run full hour tournament for local kids.
DAY 35
Reflection Fest. Leadership awards, portfolio, & graduation.
Teen Coach Graduation (Day 35 Schedule)
00-15 Min: Reflection Circle
Each facilitator shares one breakthrough coaching moment and one visual challenge overcome.
15-40 Min: Portfolio Awards
Hand out completed leader planners, rubrics, and the "Certified Gym Leader" pin badges.
40-60 Min: Legacy Match
Teens play their absolute favorite modified sport game together to celebrate completion.
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Facilitator Game Planner Teen Facilitator Tool
GAME DAY PLANNER
Map out your setup, clarify roles, and run a safe, energetic session!
Daily Setup
Lead Leader
Co-Leader
Week & Sport Focus
Date & Session
Gym Floor & Gear Layout
Dotted Center-Line
Draw cones, boundaries, and gear bins here
Custom Rules or Modifier
How are you modifying rules to keep everyone involved today? (e.g., scoring rules, player rotation)
Leadership Roles
Active Whistle (Lead Ref)
Score & Bracket Tracker
Equipment & Safety Manager
Safety Inspection Checklist
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LEADERSHIP GROWTH RUBRIC
Earn points on execution, crowd control, and sportspersonship creation!
ASSESSMENT
Facilitators can earn up to 16 points per session. Use this matrix to assess your performance after games. Coaches should complete their final review alongside teen leaders.
Skill Core 1 - Developing 2 - Competent 3 - Advanced 4 - Champion Voice & Command Quiet or hesitant. Struggle to gather players. Rely heavily on coach intervention. Audible voice. Get attention eventually. Give basic rules clearly. Strong command. Gather players within 15s. Use clear hand gestures and active projection. Inspirational tone. Command full floor with crisp whistle cues. Dynamic crowd pacing. Safety Management Forget floor inspection. Do not stop dangerous slide layouts or heavy physical contact. Recognize obvious hazards. Issue standard warnings for rough play after an event.
Ultimate Launchers Slides WEEK 01 LEADERSHIP CLINIC
ULTIMATE LAUNCHERS
Slide 1 of 4
Our Mission This Week
Master the aerodynamics of disc throwing and establish absolute control of the gym floor through strong voice command.
Leadership Focus
How to command attention, project your voice over echoes, and run active safety checks.
TEEN LEAD SPORTS CURRICULUM LET'S RUN THE COURT
Sport Mechanics
PERFECT FLIGHT: BACKHAND & FOREHAND
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The Backhand Flick
• The Grip: Wrap four fingers inside the rim, thumb on top.
• Body Angle: Step sideways with your lead foot across your chest.
• The Release: Keep the disc completely flat and snap your wrist!
The Forehand Whip
• The Grip: Make a "peace sign" inside the rim, pinch with thumb.
• Body Angle: Step outward with your throwing foot. Keep elbow in.
• The Release: Leading edge tilted slightly down, snap index finger.
TEEN LEAD SPORTS CURRICULUM SPIN IS THE KEY TO CONTROL
Tournament Rules
COURT BOUNDS & THE STALL COUNT
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Endzones Only
Points are only scored by catching the disc inside the designated endzone boundaries. No running in with the disc!
The 10-Stall Rule
The defender marks the thrower and counts "Stalling 1, 2... 10" loudly. Disc must be thrown before 10 or turnover.
Instant Turnovers
If the disc hits the gym floor, goes out of bounds, or is intercepted/dropped, the other team takes immediate possession.
TEEN LEAD SPORTS CURRICULUM FAIR PLAY IS THE ONLY PLAY
Leadership Core
LEADERSHIP ROLE: THE ACTIVE REFEREE
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Be More Than A Spectator
Running games is an active job. Don't stand in the corner checking your phone! A great leader moves with the play, signals clearly, and commands respect.
Your Ref Checklist
Whistle Blast: Blow it hard, loud, and with authority!Run the Lines: Move up and down the gym sideline.Call out Counts: Count out the defensive stalls.
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WEEK 1: ULTIMATE FRISBEE ACTIVITY CARDS
CARDS 1-2
CARD 1 - SKILLS
Frisbee Target Golf Challenge
Objective
Master backhand wrist snap accuracy by landing discs on targets.
Equipment
10+ Discs, 5 plastic cones, 3 hula hoops, 1 waste bin.
Gym Setup
Scatter hoops & bins at varying distances (15ft, 25ft, 40ft) from a single baseline.
[Baseline] === (15ft Hoop) === [40ft Bin]
Quick Rules
Each player gets 3 attempts.
Hoop hit = 1pt, Hoop inside = 2pts, Bin catch = 5pts.
Highest score after 3 rounds wins.
Leader Command Focus
Voice: Blow your whistle and count down: "3, 2, 1, Launch!" Coaching Tip: Remind players to step sideways and keep their elbow tucked for flat flight paths.
CARD 2 - TACTICAL
Keep-Away Spacing Battle
Objective
Practice defensive spacing and quick pivot-foot releases under pressure.
Equipment
5 Discs, 12 dome cones for court boundaries.
Gym Setup
Set up 3 separate 25x25ft square grids. Split players into groups of 3v3.
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Quick Rules
No running with the disc. Pivot foot is fixed.
5 consecutive completed passes = 1 Point.
Defenders must keep a 3ft distance (no touching!).
Leader Command Focus
Active Whistle: Enforce the 3ft buffer zone. Blow whistle immediately if a defender bumps or swats a player's hand. Maintain non-contact play!
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WEEK 1: ULTIMATE FRISBEE ACTIVITY CARDS
CARDS 3-4
CARD 3 - GAMEPLAY
Half-Court Scrimmage Clash
Objective
Introduce endzone scoring, stall counting, and quick pivot passing.
Equipment
2 Discs, 8 tall boundary cones, pennies/pinnies.
Gym Setup
Use half-court basketball lines. Mark a 10-ft deep endzone at the far baseline wall.
[MID-COURT] ====> [ 10ft ENDZONE ]
Quick Rules
Play begins at half-court. Catching in the endzone = 1pt.
Stall count is 10 seconds. Marker counts aloud.
Turnover instantly if dropped, swatted, or out of bounds.
Kinetic Spheres Slides WEEK 02 LEADERSHIP CLINIC
KINETIC SPHERES
Slide 1 of 4
The 4-Foot Challenge
Welcome to Kin-Ball! This week, we throw out traditional rules to control a massive, cooperative 4-foot giant ball with three teams on the court.
Cooperative Focus
Kin-Ball requires every single player on a team to be touching the ball during a strike. Nobody can be left out!
TEEN LEAD SPORTS CURRICULUM OMNIKIN TEAMWORK
Team Positions
THE CELL: HOLD & STRIKE
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The 3-Person Base
• Triangular Kneel: Three players kneel in a triangle under the ball.
• Support Hands: Place palms flat facing up, supporting the ball's weight on shoulders.
• Heads Down: Keep necks tucked to protect faces from the striker's swing.
The Active Striker
• Upright Focus: The fourth player steps up to strike.
• Two-Hand Hit: Clasp both hands together. Strike with arms, never single-handed!
• Horizontal Blast: Hit the ball outward and upward, never straight down.
TEEN LEAD SPORTS CURRICULUM COOPERATION IS MANDATORY
Core Rules
COLOR CALLS & COURT BOUNDS
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The 3 Teams
The court has three teams playing simultaneously: Grey, Pink, and Blue.
The Shout Call
Before striking, the striker must yell "Omnikin!" followed by the color of the team with the highest score.
Defense Catch
The called team must slide and cushion the ball before it touches the gym floor. Catch = no point scored!
TEEN LEAD SPORTS CURRICULUM CALL THE COLOR, RUN THE COURT
Leadership Core
LEADERSHIP ROLE: PACING THE COURT
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Manage Giant Energy
With three teams on the gym floor, game flow can get chaotic quickly. A great leader keeps the tempo high, manages color rotations, and monitors player exhaustion.
Kin-Ball Ref Goals
The 5-Sec Whistle: Enforce 5-second ball hold restrictions strictly!Pre-Strike Check: Ensure all 4 team members are touching before hit.Loud Color Echo: Echo the called team color with your voice.
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WEEK 2: KIN-BALL ACTIVITY CARDS
CARDS 1-2
CARD 1 - CONTROLS
Giant Sphere Roller Coaster
Objective
Build teamwork and master the weight distribution of the giant 4ft ball.
Equipment
1 Giant 4ft Kin-Ball (OmniKin).
Gym Setup
Create a wide oval boundary track using standard court lines. Split teams into lines of 4.
[Team A] ======> (Track Path) ======> [Loop]
Quick Rules
All 4 team members must support the ball with their hands.
Race along the track without letting the ball hit the floor.
Drop ball = freeze for 5 seconds as a time penalty.
Leader Command Focus
Command & Safety: Ensure no running directly backwards. Blow whistle immediately if players crash. Teach them to guide the ball with slow sidesteps.
CARD 2 - TACTICAL
OmniKin Strike Tactics
Objective
Practice setting up a three-person base and striking with clean horizontal power.
Equipment
2 Giant Kin-Balls, 12 dome cones.
Gym Setup
Divide gym into two half-court zones. Put one team on each side with one ball.
[3-Person Base] <== (Striker Hits Ball)
Quick Rules
3 players kneel and hold the ball above shoulders.
4th player calls "Omnikin [Color]!" and hits with two hands.
The ball must fly at least 6 feet horizontally. No downward spikes!
Leader Command Focus
Active Refereeing: Enforce the "two-handed" hit. Single hand hits can cause thumb or wrist strains. Call fouls if a player strikes with only one fist.
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WEEK 2: KIN-BALL ACTIVITY CARDS
CARDS 3-4
CARD 3 - DEFENSE
Defensive Cell Sliding
Objective
Teach defenders to slide low and cradle the falling giant ball to prevent it hitting the floor.
Equipment
1 Giant Kin-Ball, 4 gym mats (optional for soft landings).
Gym Setup
Place defenders in a wide square around a central coach or leader who has the ball.
[Mat] == (Defender Slide) => [Giant Ball]
Quick Rules
Leader randomly rolls or strikes ball into any corner.
Defenders must slide on knees or hips to get under the ball.
Rebound Rush Slides WEEK 03 LEADERSHIP CLINIC
REBOUND RUSH
Slide 1 of 4
High Intensity, No Contact
Welcome to Tchoukball! A high-speed sport focused on perfect spacing, angles, and respect . Bumping, blocking, and interception are strictly forbidden!
Leadership Focus
How to guide players in self-officiating. Help them call their own lines, build respect, and resolve conflicts in seconds.
TEEN LEAD SPORTS CURRICULUM REBOUND PHYSICS
Gym Mechanics
THE FORBIDDEN ZONE & FRAMES
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The Elastic Frame
• Dual Scoring: Points can be scored on frames set up at both ends of the gym.
• The Strike: Players throw the ball hard at the elastic net so it bounces outward.
• Angle Focus: Change the throwing angle to aim the rebound away from defenders!
The Forbidden Semi-Circle
• 3-Meter Line: A semi-circle is marked out on the floor surrounding each frame.
• No Step Inside: Players cannot touch the floor inside this zone with the ball in hand!
• Air Borne Throws: You can jump, throw the ball in mid-air, and land inside AFTER release.
TEEN LEAD SPORTS CURRICULUM DYNAMICS & SPACING OVER CONTACT
Core Rules
THE RULE OF THREE
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3 Seconds Max
You can only hold the ball for a maximum of three seconds. No stalling! Pass or strike immediately.
3 Steps Max
You can take a maximum of three steps with the ball in your hands. Run your route, plant, and pass!
3 Passes Max
The attacking team can make a maximum of three passes before they MUST throw the ball at a frame.
TEEN LEAD SPORTS CURRICULUM MIND THE 3S AND MAKE THE PLAY
Leadership Core
LEADERSHIP ROLE: THE SELF-REF ADVOCATE
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Step Back, Empower Forward
In Tchoukball, players are expected to call their own line fouls and drops. A great teen facilitator teaches peer respect and steps in only to support, not to lecture.
Mediation Blueprint
10-Sec Cap: Give players 10 seconds to agree on a disputed line call.No Argue Policy: If they argue, blow whistle and run a neutral jump-ball.
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WEEK 3: TCHOUKBALL ACTIVITY CARDS
CARDS 1-2
CARD 1 - ANGLES
Rebound Angle Accuracy
Objective
Master throwing angles so the ball bounces off the elastic frame and evades defenders.
Equipment
1 Elastic Tchoukball Rebound Frame, 4 handballs, dome cones.
Gym Setup
Place the frame against the wall. Mark out a semi-circular forbidden zone (10ft radius). Scatter cones as landing zones.
[Frame] ==(Forbidden Zone)== [Cones]
Quick Rules
Thrower stands at the edge of the semi-circle line.
Throw at the net so the ball bounces over the forbidden zone.
Aim to land ball precisely on target cones to score 1pt.
Leader Command Focus
Voice & Line Watch: Strictly enforce the forbidden line. Blow whistle immediately if a player's toes clip the semi-circle line during their throw. Keep play safe and flat!
CARD 2 - FOOTWORK
The 3-Step Shuttle
Objective
Internalize the maximum 3-step footwork and 3-second hold rule during fast transitions.
Equipment
4 handballs, agility ladders or chalk lines.
Gym Setup
Create a lane with 3 spaced cones representing steps. Set up pairs facing each other.
[Cone 1] === Step 2 === [Cone 3: Pass]
Quick Rules
Catch ball at Cone 1. Take a max of 3 steps to Cone 3.
Release pass to partner within 3 seconds of catching.
Partner repeats returning down the shuttle lane.
Leader Command Focus
Active Officiating: Count the steps aloud: "One, Two, Three, Pass!" Blow your whistle instantly for any 4th step or if they stall past 3 seconds.
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WEEK 3: TCHOUKBALL ACTIVITY CARDS
CARDS 3-4
CARD 3 - DEFENSE
No-Contact Triangle Spacing
Objective
Master defensive positioning around the forbidden zone boundary without touching opponents.
Equipment
1 Rebound frame, 4 dome cones, colored pennies.
Gym Setup
Set up rebound frame. Form a defensive triangle (3 players) just outside the 3-meter line.
[Frame] | (Forbidden Zone) | X X X (Triangle Base)
Quick Rules
Attacker shoots ball from a distance.
