Lesson Plan
Dunking Mechanics Lesson Plan
Students will master the basic mechanics of a dunk, improve coordination, and build confidence for performing advanced basketball maneuvers.
This lesson builds physical skills and team confidence, while teaching proper technique to reduce injury risk and enhance athletic performance.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation and Review
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up & Introduction
10 minutes
Step 2
Skill-Building Drills
40 minutes
Step 3
Cool-Down & Assessment
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Welcome to Slam Dunk Techniques!
Step-by-Step Dunking Mechanics
Common Pitfalls & Fixes
Recap & Q&A
Activity
Rubric
