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Side Shuffle Tap • Burst

  • Writer: Trail Built Living
    Trail Built Living
  • Mar 22
  • 1 min read

Updated: Apr 26

A quick burst to build agility, coordination, and stability


For kids—and grown-ups too


Builds


Agility • Speed

Coordination • Focus


After sitting • Transition time

Before recess • Ages 3+



The Spark


Move side to side.

Stay quick.


Pick all or mix.


Stay low. Move light.

Breathe.


Try It


Side Shuffle • Quick, stay low

Tap Touch • Reach down, switch

Quick Steps • Stay light

Reach Across • Stay balanced

Pause Hold • Control your body


Keep It Going


Repeat 2–3 rounds

Add speed or control


Movement sharpens reactions.


ZigZag Creature Tip


Nimbli likes quick moves.

Quick and light

Changes easily


Try this next → Side Step

Zig Cue • Agility & Control


Unlock ZigZag Trail — Trail Pass


See you on the trail → 🐾


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where the wild things go


This practice is for educational purposes. 

Please listen to your body and modify 

as needed. Younger children should use 

guidance and supervision.


 
 

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ZigZag Creatures is part of Trail Built Living™— a collection of  field notes, films, stories, and outdoor movement inspired by life on the trail.  Trail Built Living™ was created by Kether Mayen, trail name Spunky Mind

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