Game version
Alley follow-the-leader: one person leads a gentle stretch or movement and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Balanced Slide Hold
Build leg strength and balance to hold a still finish at the line.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Take your last step into a slide.
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
- Ages
- 11 and up
- Time
- 10 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Gym or court
- Bring
- Bowling shoes or socks
- Level · skill
- Developing · Approach
The steps
How it works
- Take your last step into a slide.
- Bend your front knee and lean slightly forward.
- Stretch your back leg behind for balance.
- Hold for 3 seconds. Do 15 holds.
Coaching point
Low and still at the line.
Safety: Wear bowling shoes or clean socks on a smooth floor, and keep your slide gentle. Stop if your knee or ankle hurts.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slower or smaller), Core (as written), More (one extra twist). Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
Story
You are an explorer in a giant bowling alley.
My best
Beat your own count
Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
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