Game version
Shape-call game: a partner calls a jump shape you already know and you show it and land softly. Swap, and the pair collects ten soft landings.
Jump Prep and Arm Whip
Learn the cheer jump prep: arms, whip and rise onto your toes, all on the count.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Start with feet together and arms in a high V on 1 and 2.
Core: A low jump. Move up only with your coach’s OK.
- Ages
- 7 and up
- Time
- 6 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Gym or court
- Bring
- Mat
- Level · skill
- Beginner · Jumps
The steps
How it works
- Start with feet together and arms in a high V on 1 and 2.
- Clasp your hands in front on 3 and 4.
- Swing your arms down and around as you rise to your toes on 5 and 6.
- Do 10 preps with no jump yet.
Coaching point
Big whip, rise tall.
Safety: Warm up first. Land on two feet with soft knees on a mat or sprung floor, never concrete. Stop if your knees or ankles hurt.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (the shape standing), Core (a low jump), More (a full jump with a soft landing). Move up only with your coach’s OK.
Story
You are a shooting star leaping across the night sky.
My best
Beat your own count
Move up only with your coach’s OK. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
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