Skill: DEXTERITY
Drill: Slalom Side Kicks
Equipment needed: Two wavemaster bases, 1-2 jump ropes per line
Instructors needed: One per group
Description: The students will work on their dexterity in their sidekicks by focusing on proper chamber and re-chamber technique. This drill will also help build spatial awareness and leg strength.
Teaching SKILLZ: Modeling
highlight students who demonstrate a strong chamber and re-chamber so peers can watch and imitate proper technique.
Brain SKILLZ: Visual Processing
students must pay attention to the rope as a visual marker while coordinating their kicks to clear it with accuracy.
Step 1
Divide the class into lines.
Step 2 – Setup the Drill
Set the two bases a good distance apart and tie the jump rope to the top of each base.
Step 3 – Explain the Rules:
  • The student will start in a fighting stance on either side of the rope.
  • They must duck under the rope and perform a side kick with proper chamber and re-chamber with the leg closest to the rope.
  • Each kick must go over the rope each time.
  • Continue all the way down the rope.
Step 4
  • Continue until each person has three turns.
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