Game version
Deck follow-the-leader: one person leads a dryland movement and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Ankle Pogo Hops
Quick, small hops with nearly straight legs build springy ankles for a strong press.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Stand tall with your arms by your sides.
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
- Ages
- 11 and up
- Time
- 8 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Pool
- Bring
- Mat or grass
- Level · skill
- Developing · Takeoff
The steps
How it works
- Stand tall with your arms by your sides.
- Hop quickly on the balls of your feet, knees almost straight.
- Do 15 hops, then rest 30 seconds.
- Do 3 sets.
Coaching point
Quick and quiet feet.
Safety: Land on two feet with soft knees on a non-slip surface. Stop if your knees or ankles hurt.
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 crossing the pool deck like a jungle.
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.
Practice makes progress
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