Movement
Animal Crawl Relay
A movement drill for the Foundations stage, at home, in about 10 minutes.
Builds general athleticism and coordination through playful movement, supporting the multi-sport foundation the earliest golf years are built on.
- Standard
- With a parent
- Foundations
Demonstration
15 Animal Walk Exercises for kids | Funny Animal Walks for kids | PE Exercises for Kids by Fundoor
Video by Fundoor on YouTube. Not affiliated with GolfNexus.
Steps
- 01Mark a short course, a few steps out and back, in a backyard or park.
- 02Race out using a bear crawl, then race back walking normally.
- 03Race out using a crab walk, then race back.
- 04Race out hopping on two feet, then race back.
- 05Time each round against a parent or sibling, or against a personal best if playing solo.
Target
Try to beat your own best time from the last round.
Supervise young golfers during any movement drill and stop if it causes pain or dizziness.
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