Game version
Deck follow-the-leader: one person leads a dryland movement and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Stand against a wall in a long straight line with arms overhead to feel a perfect line.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Stand with your heels, hips, shoulders and head touching a wall.
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
The steps
Coaching point
Tall and touching the wall.
Safety: Use a mat or soft floor with space all around you. Stop if anything hurts.
Make it fun
Game version
Deck follow-the-leader: one person leads a dryland movement and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
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
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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