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Agility / 5 MINUTES

Point, move, freeze

Change direction from a simple visual cue and finish in balance.

ON THE FLOOR

Partner / station setup
Point, move, freeze — drill diagramA coach points to one of four nearby markers. The example sends the player right, with enough room to slow before the marker. Only one direction is active per rep.One cue · then freeze1C
A coach points to one of four nearby markers. The example sends the player right, with enough room to slow before the marker. Only one direction is active per rep.
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Motion is off with your reduced-motion preference. The setup and action paths show the rep.

MAKE IT FIT YOUR GROUP

Coach the players in front of you.

Ages 6–8

Movement quality is the goal. Use names or numbers as well as colors so every child can follow the cue.

Work & rest
Four short moves, then a relaxed reset and a new leader.
Look for success
The player recognizes the cue and stops before the marker while remaining upright and balanced.
Players

1 mover per clear station; coach gives cues

Equipment

Four numbered or colored flat markers

Space

A small square with generous stopping room

Set it up

Place four markers around a player, only a few walking steps away. Give each station plenty of space. Explain that the player moves toward a marker and stops before stepping on it.

Run the activity

  1. The coach points to one marker and waits for the child to identify it.
  2. Walk or gently jog toward that marker, slowing early enough to freeze without falling or grabbing anyone.
  3. Walk back to the middle and choose a different marker. Use forward or sideways movement only while the child learns to stop.
  4. After four cues, pause and let the player choose the next direction for a coach demonstration.
ONE CUE TO SAY OUT LOUD

“Look. Move. Stop with space.”

Watch for this

Calling another direction before the child has completed a controlled stop.

Make it easier

Use just two markers and walking speed.

Add a challenge

Add a gentle sideways approach, keeping the same pause between cues.

Coaching references

Original HoopSketch activity and drawing. These references informed the coaching principles; the age fit, constraints and pacing are our editorial guidance. Adjust to readiness and your league’s rules.

Age and development framework

References checked October 22, 2026. Basketball-coach review pending.