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Takeoff statue: on dry land, practice the takeoff and freeze in the shape while a partner gives a thumbs-up for tall posture. Swap.
Step-Up and Rise
Step onto a low step and rise to your toes with arms up, like pressing off the end of a board.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Stand in front of a low, steady step.
Core: From a low step. Beat your own tallest finish.
- Ages
- 7 and up
- Time
- 6 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Pool
- Bring
- Low step
- Level · skill
- Beginner · Takeoff
The steps
How it works
- Stand in front of a low, steady step.
- Step up with one foot and bring the other to meet it.
- Rise onto your toes and swing your arms up by your ears.
- Step down slowly; do 12.
Coaching point
Step, meet, rise.
Safety: Use a mat or soft floor with space all around you. Stop if anything hurts.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (on the deck), Core (from a low step), More (with your coach watching at the board). Beat your own tallest finish.
Story
You are a spring that launches and holds its shape.
My best
Beat your own count
Beat your own tallest finish. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
Practice makes progress
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