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Coordination Training with a Training Mat
15 min
Soccer Exercise

Coordination Training with a Training Mat

  • Age U6 - U13
  • Training Set Progression
  • Number of Players 1 - 5 players, 6 - 9 players, 10-15 players

Setup

Pitch: One training mat.

Equipment: 1 training mat.

Players: One player.

Procedure

The player stands on the training mat and keeps balance. The following tasks are carried out:

  • Stand only on the left or only on the right foot.
  • Stand only on the ball of the left or the right foot.
  • Stand on one foot only and turn the head as far as possible to the left or right; hold this head position for a few seconds.
  • Stand on the ball of one foot only and turn the head as far as possible to the left or right; hold this head position for a few seconds.
  • Stand on one foot only, tilt the head carefully back and look upwards; hold this head position for a few seconds.
  • Stand on the ball of one foot only, tilt the head carefully back and look upwards; hold this head position for a few seconds.
  • Stand on one foot only and bend the upper body forward until it is parallel to the ground; the other leg is also lifted until it is parallel to the ground. Hold this position for a few seconds.

Tip

  • Stay patient.
  • Hold each position statically for 10 to 15 seconds.
  • Build up body tension.
  • Keep the knee joint slightly bent.
  • Do the drill barefoot.
  • Find stability in the knee and ankle joint.

Training attributes

Co-ordination

Co-Ordination
Flexibility Stretching Stabilization Training

Training Organization

Age
U6 - U13
Duration
15 min
Training Set
Progression
Number of Players
1 - 5 players 6 - 9 players 10-15 players 16-22+ players
Form of Training
Individual training
Exercise level
Easy
Training Location
Indoor Pitch