Game version
Strong-base game: hold a low, balanced base on all fours while a partner counts slowly. No contact. Swap.
Ride and React
Follow a partner who tries to stand or sit out, staying behind and in control.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Start on top.
Core: 5. Beat your own steadiest base.
- Ages
- 14 and up
- Time
- 12 min
- Players
- You and a partner
- Space
- Gym or court
- Bring
- Mat, partner
- Level · skill
- Advanced · Riding & Control
The steps
How it works
- Start on top.
- Your partner tries a stand-up or sit-out at drill speed.
- Follow their hips and bring them back down.
- Do 10 each, then switch.
Coaching point
Follow the hips.
Safety: Drill speed only, with a partner of similar size and age (within a few pounds; if there is none, use a dummy) and an adult watching. No slams and nothing around the neck. Skin check first: no partner work with a rash, sore or cold sore until a doctor clears it. Clean the mat before you start and shower after.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (hold 3 seconds), Core (5), More (8). Beat your own steadiest base.
Story
You are a turtle with a strong shell.
My best
Beat your own count
Beat your own steadiest base. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
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