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Beam Jump Series

Beam Jump Series is a beginner-level balance beam drill that works on bent knees, flexed feet, balance check and body alignment. Practice straight jumps, tuck jumps, and straddle jumps on beam with stick landings.

Quick facts

Event
Balance Beam
Difficulty
beginner
Equipment
balance beam, mat
Time per round
about 3 minutes
Muscles
Quadriceps, Calves, Core, Glutes, Ankles & Feet, Hip Flexors

How to do Beam Jump Series

  1. Straight Jumps

    Perform 5 straight jumps on the beam, sticking each landing before the next jump.

    Cues: Tight body · Toes pointed · Stick each landing

  2. Tuck Jumps

    Perform 5 tuck jumps on the beam, landing with feet on the beam and a still upper body.

    Cues: Knees up · Land feet on the beam · Chest up

  3. Straddle Jumps

    Perform 5 straddle jumps on the beam with straight legs and a controlled landing.

    Cues: Straight legs · Stay over the beam · Arms still on landing

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Video

Watch a demonstration “Gymnastics drills: Beam Jumps” by All About Dance & Gymnastics Madera, on YouTube (opens in a new tab)

Common questions

What does Beam Jump Series help with?
Beam Jump Series targets bent knees, flexed feet, balance check and body alignment. Practice straight jumps, tuck jumps, and straddle jumps on beam with stick landings.
What level is Beam Jump Series for?
Stickd rates Beam Jump Series as a beginner drill.

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