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Jump Tips by Brianne Peterson
The toetouch is the most widely used jump in cheerleading and dance today. Other popular jumps include the pike, the around the world, the spread eagle, and the side hurdler. The three main parts to the toetouch, and other jumps, are the prep, the lift, and the landing. The prep is like the birth of the jump. It gives jumps height and grace. Without the prep, jumps would be more difficult. The lift is important because it is what extends your legs and your arms into the right position. The landing completes the jump. This seemingly unimportant part of the jump is what most people have difficulty with. Landing with feet together gives the jump a finished look.
#1 - The Prep
Your basic prep begins with feet together, your weight focused through your toes, and arms in a high V motion. Next, lift your body up through your shoulders, quickly swing arms in a circle, and bend at the knees to build up to the lift.
#2 - The Lift
You should jump off the ground, pushing through your toes, when your arms reach the top of their swing. Once you are airborne, use your abdominal muscles to pull your legs up toward your arms. Hit your jump with your body upright (dont lean down) your head up (SMILE) and your toes pointed.
#3 - The Landing
Bring your legs together quickly so your feet are together when you land. Also bend your knees slightly to take the pressure off of your knees and ankles. If your feet arent landing together, lower your jump and concentrate on good form. As you practice, your muscles will strengthen and you will be able to jump higher AND have a good landing.
Toetouch Tips: Don't try to actually touch your toes. In a great toetouch, your hands will usually reach for the insides of your ankles. *If you place your arms slightly lower than a "T" motion, it might make good jumps look even better.
Front Hurdler Tips: The front hurdler is a relatively difficult jump. It is usually performed at a 45 degree angle from the crowd . The front leg goes as high as possible, like a front kick, and the back leg bends behind you.
Side Hurdler Tips: Bring your front leg straight up, extending it out to the side. Your knee and shoelaces should be facing up. At the same time, bend the other leg, bringing it upward until your entire thigh is level with the ground.
Herkie Tips: It is performed almost exactly like the side hurdler with one MAJOR difference - the back leg. The back leg has the knee pointing DOWN instead of level with the ground. There are also two acceptable arm positions for this jump, do whichever is easier for you.
Table Top Tips: This jump may also be called an Abstract or a Double Hook depending on where you live. Make sure that your legs are parallel to the ground, like you're sitting on a table. Arms may be placed in a High V motion to give the jump a higher look.
Spread Eagle Tips: This jump also has many names including the "X" jump and the Open. Remember that for this jump your knees face forward. Also, make sure that you hit an excelent High V cause that can make or break your form!
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