Game version
Stance mirror: a partner leads stance, motion and level changes and you copy, with no contact. Swap leaders every 30 seconds.
Shadow Wrestling
Wrestle an imaginary opponent: move, fake, shoot and sprawl in flowing rounds.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Move in stance around the mat.
Core: Steady. Beat your own steadiest mirror.
- Ages
- 11 and up
- Time
- 10 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Gym or court
- Bring
- Mat
- Level · skill
- Developing · Stance & Motion
The steps
How it works
- Move in stance around the mat.
- Mix in fakes, level changes, shots and sprawls.
- Keep moving for 1 minute.
- Rest 1 minute and do 5 rounds.
Coaching point
Never stop moving your feet.
Safety: Use a clean mat or soft carpet with space around you. Stop if anything hurts.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slow), Core (steady), More (the leader changes direction). Beat your own steadiest mirror.
Story
You are a reflection in a funhouse mirror.
My best
Beat your own count
Beat your own steadiest mirror. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
Practice makes progress
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