Game version
Court follow-the-leader: one person leads a movement around the court and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Build footwork, rhythm and stamina.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Jump for 1 minute at an easy pace.
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
The steps
Coaching point
Light bounce on the balls of your feet.
Make it fun
Game version
Court follow-the-leader: one person leads a movement around the court 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 court 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.
Practice makes progress
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