Side Shuffle and Carioca
Side shuffle and carioca around the space.
PhaseWarm-up
Duration7 min
Ages16–18
SpaceField
EquipmentNo equipment
IntensityModerate
How to play
- Side shuffle.
- Crossover step in front and behind (carioca).
- Changes of direction.
- React to the signal.
Rules
- Clear space.
Variations
Easier
Slow.
Standard
Normal.
Harder
Fast.
Adaptations
- Knee problems: simple side shuffle.
- Limited mobility: adapted.
Learning goals
- Improve agility.
- Warm up.
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