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Tripod

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Skill
Gymnastics
Gymnastics

Before trying this skill

You must be able to perform an Inverted 4-point Balance, demonstrating a clear shape, good body tension and control.

You must also be able to effectively, fluently and efficiently include an Inverted 4-point Balance in your sequence work.

If you are not able to do any of the above you should practise your Inverted 4 point balance.

Instructions

• Start in a Standing Puck position

• Place hands flat on the floor, shoulder-width apart

• Spread your fingers apart

• Place your hairline on the floor making a triangle with your hands and your head

• Keep your elbows straight

• Look at your fingers

• Lift your knees onto your elbows

• Hold a balanced position

Body Conditioning

• Core stability

• Strength of wrists*

• Balance

If you can

Perform a Tripod demonstrating a clear shape, good body tension and control

Effectively, fluently and efficiently include a Tripod in your sequence work

You can now try a Headstand

Adapting the activity

  • Enable

    • Practise Bunnies

    • Practise placing head and hands in a triangle without lifting knees onto elbows

  • Challenge

    • Explore different body shapes in this balance

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