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Beam Walking & Relevé Balance

Beam Walking & Relevé Balance is a beginner-level balance beam drill that works on balance check, poor posture and flexed feet. Fundamental beam balance training with various walking patterns and relevé holds.

Quick facts

Event
Balance Beam
Difficulty
beginner
Equipment
balance beam, mat
Time per round
about 2 minutes
Muscles
Calves, Ankles & Feet, Core, Quadriceps, Glutes, Hip Flexors

How to do Beam Walking & Relevé Balance

  1. Forward Walk in Relevé

    Walk forward on beam in highest relevé. Pointed toes on each step, arms in crown position.

    Cues: Highest relevé · Point on each step · Arms in crown

  2. Backward Walk

    Walk backward on beam in relevé without looking down. Use peripheral vision to stay centered.

    Cues: Don't look down · Toe-to-heel · Stay in relevé

  3. Relevé Hold Balance

    Stand on one foot in relevé on beam. Hold for 5 seconds each side. Arms in various positions.

    Cues: One foot relevé · 5 seconds each side · Change arm positions

  4. Sideways & Cross Steps

    Walk sideways and practice cross-over steps on beam. Maintain height in relevé throughout.

    Cues: Sideways walking · Cross-over steps · Stay tall

Practice this drill under a qualified coach, especially for inversions and flight.

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Video

Watch a demonstration “Beginner releve walk and hold on beam” by Power & Grace Gymnastics and Dance Inc., on YouTube (opens in a new tab)

Common questions

What does Beam Walking & Relevé Balance help with?
Beam Walking & Relevé Balance targets balance check, poor posture and flexed feet. Fundamental beam balance training with various walking patterns and relevé holds.
What level is Beam Walking & Relevé Balance for?
Stickd rates Beam Walking & Relevé Balance as a beginner drill. It is part of the progression for Step-On Mount (typically Level 1-2), Beam Handstand (typically Level 3-4), Beam Cartwheel (typically Level 3-4), Beam Back Handspring (typically Level 6-7), Beam Split Leap (typically Level 3-4), Beam Full Turn (typically Level 3-4) and Beam Switch Leap (typically Level 5-6).

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