Precision Jump

A standing jump from two feet that lands on the balls of both feet on a chosen target, a line, a block edge or a rail, and sticks there without a step.

1. Set

   Set your toes on the front edge with your feet together.

   CueToes on the edge

2. Swing

   Swing your arms back, bending only a little at the knees.

   CueSmall bend, big swing

3. Take off

   Drive your arms forward and push off both feet at once.

4. Reach

   Look at one spot on the target and reach your toes towards it.

   CueEyes on one spot

5. Stick

   Land on the balls of your feet together, bend to soak it, hold still.

   CueStick it

1. IfLanding on your heels or flat feet.
   ThenAim the balls of your feet at the edge of the target.
2. IfSinking into a deep squat before you jump.
   ThenBend only a little before take-off and use the arm swing for power.
3. IfFalling forward or stepping off.
   ThenShorten the jump until you can stick it, then grow it again.
4. IfLegs spread wide on landing.
   ThenKeep your feet together, especially on narrow targets.