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  1. To Pump or Not to PumpIt may sound basic, but some children need to be shown how to pump their arms in order to run faster. Studies show that arm pumping speeds up stride rate or how fast the legs pump. (more...)Includes an Oncourt Offcourt Video

  1. Tag Races – Games of tag are not a new idea, but they still offer a great deal of fun while building skills at the same time. (more...)Includes an Oncourt Offcourt Video

  1. Ball Race – In this exercise for all ages, the athlete faces in the direction he or she will be running and the coach or partner rolls a ball between their legs from behind. (more...)Includes an Oncourt Offcourt Video

  1. Steal a Ball This next one is a real favorite. Have four or more athletes put four tennis balls each inside a small bucket or Frisbee turned upside down. (more...)Includes an Oncourt Offcourt Video

  1. Circle Tag This exercise is a high-agility variation of the classic game of “tag.”  In this game three athletes hold hands in a circle facing in and one of them is designated as the one who is supposed to be tagged by wearing a hat. (more...)Includes an Oncourt Offcourt Video

  1. Color Scarves – The concept of using juggling scarves to develop running speed and confidence with children as young as two or three years old, all the way up to ten, may be a new idea, but it is extremely effective. (more...)Includes an Oncourt Offcourt Video

  1. Circle Drop – The participating young athletes are forming a circle of about 20 feet in diameter with everyone outwards. (more...)Includes an Oncourt Offcourt Video

  1. Line Tag – This is another terrific variation of the classic game of “tag.” It is also another exercise that easily adjusts to children of practically all ages and skill levels. (more...)Includes an Oncourt Offcourt Video

  1. Run-Outs This exercise requires a footwork ladder, although hurdles, spots, or donuts are an option as well. Place a ladder on a relatively flat surface and then establish a finish line about 50 feet away. (more...)Includes an Oncourt Offcourt Video

  1. Run-Ins This exercise requires a footwork ladder, although hurdles, spots, or donuts are an option as well. Place a ladder on a relatively flat surface and then establish a starting line about 50 feet away. (more...)Includes an Oncourt Offcourt Video

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