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 who starts jumping on the spot with two feet.

Keep head up and land softly / quietly as possible.

After a few bounces the next person in the circle starts bouncing in time and so on.

With each person added the group chants the number of the student e.g. One, bounce bounce bounce - Two, bounce bounce bounce - Three etc... If the rhythm is upset start again with the last person to join.

BENEFITS
BENEFITS

Improves moving through the air and landing safely

Strengthens muscles and ligaments around thighs, knees and ankles

Improves rhythm and timing

Activates the cells in the body

Warms up body and prepares for more challenging jumps

BEGINNERS ADVICE
BEGINNERS ADVICE

Soften the backs of the knees and shoulders

Allow yourself to bounce like a spring with ease and consistency

CHALLENGE
CHALLENGE

Hopping on one leg and then alternating

Eyes closed.

ADJUSTMENTS / WHAT TO LOOK FOR
ADJUSTMENTS / WHAT TO LOOK FOR

Landings should be soft - listen for heavy or pounding feet

Explore capacity

Relaxed shoulders, fingers and faces

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