Stand on one leg. Keep spine long and alive and keep awareness on the three points of contact of the standing leg. Compress the ankle, knee and
180 Degree Hops
Stand on one leg. Keep spine long and alive and keep awareness on the three points of contact of the standing leg. Compress the ankle, knee and
Tuck Jumps
Jump from a standing position with a quick spring, raising the knees as high as possible. Weight on balls of feet, driving with arms. Smooth, even
Rhythm Jumping
Have group form a circle with feet hip width apart and knees slightly bent - weight on balls of feet maintaining a neutral spine. Nominate a student
Jump Squat to Lunge
Start in lunge position (see Walking Lunge). From this position jump into the air and land in a squat position. Immediately drive out of the
Jump for Rhythm and Frequency
Weight on balls of feet. Jump up and down with small continuous movements. Smooth, even jumps. Feet together or hip width
Forward, Backward, Lateral Jumps
Feet together. Weight on balls of feet. Jump laterally over a line. Jump forwards and backwards over a line. Smooth, quiet, even
180 Degree Spin Jump
Stand, feet hip width or slightly further, spine long and alive, arms by sides and passive. Compress at ankles, knees, and hips, and rotate arms in
Walking Lunge
Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. Keep your head up, spine vertical and eyes fixed on a point in front of you. Step out and descend