Instructions
Standing
Stand with feet together at the “centre.” Hop to a straddle so feet are shoulder width apart. Hop back to the centre with feet together. Then right scissor hop (i.e., right foot is forward and left foot is back). Return feet back together at the centre. Repeat the sequence but using a left scissor hop instead of the right. Alternate right and left scissor hops with each new sequence.
Key Phrase: “Centre-Straddle-Centre-Right Scissor.”
Repeat: “Centre-Straddle-Centre-Left Scissor.”
Seated
Start by sitting with feet together and safely planted on the ground. Back is straight and knees directly above your ankles. Start with feet together at the “centre.” Move feet into a straddle so feet are shoulder width apart. Move feet back to the centre with feet together. Then right scissor (i.e., right foot is forward and left foot is back). Return feet back together at the centre. Repeat the sequence but using a left scissor instead of the right. Alternate right and left scissors with each new sequence.
Key Phrase: “Centre-Straddle-Centre-Right Scissor.”
Repeat: “Centre-Straddle-Centre-Left Scissor.”