Human Spring

At A Glance

Dynamic balance exercise for two people to teach trust.

Benefits

Exciting
Challenging
Promotes trust
Partner activity
No props

Time 1 - 2 min

People Mini 1 – 7

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Form into pairs, and stand facing one another 60cm (2?) apart.
2. With feet spaced shoulder-width apart, ask each person to raise their arms
above their heads with palms facing towards their partner.
3. When ready, each person leans in slowly towards their partner until their hands
meet in the middle.
4. From this position, invite each partnership to spring off one another by gently
pushing away.
5. Announce that the aim for each partnership is to lean in and spring back several
times in a comfortable, rhythmic manner.
6. After several minutes, swap partners.

Popular Variations

Middle Start: Start by holding the hands of your partner, and then together,
 pushing back against the other to finish standing upright. Progressively move
feet back to increase challenge.
Pick Your Challenge: For well-prepared groups, invite each springing duo to try
one or more of the following variations:
– Each person stands with own feet together (not shoulder-width apart).
– Take a step further away from each other.
– Use only one hand.
– Use both hands, but cross your two arms.
– Cross your legs.
Take a look at Isometric Stretch to explore another activity involving the exertion
of equal forces between two people.

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