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Rhythm parade: move sideways in time with a rhythm your partner claps. Swap.
Carioca Rhythm Run
Move sideways crossing feet in front and behind with hip turn. Builds rhythm and hip control.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Move sideways, crossing one foot in front then behind.
Core: Steady.
- Ages
- 13 and up
- Time
- 8 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Yard or field
- Bring
- Cones
- Level · skill
- Advanced · Forehand
The steps
How it works
- Move sideways, crossing one foot in front then behind.
- Let the hips turn while the shoulders stay square.
- Go 15 yards each way.
- Do 4 trips each way, getting quicker.
Coaching point
Hips turn, shoulders square.
Safety: Use a clear, non-slip space and change direction only as fast as you can control. Stop if a knee or ankle hurts.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slow), Core (steady), More (add a turn).
Story
You are a dancer at a festival.
My best
Beat your own count
Beat your own best. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
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