Basic Locomotor Movements

The basic locomotor movements for a Drums Alive^® workout are the same as performed in a dance or group exercise class. Movements could include:

Marches or Walks, Hops or Jumps

Tap, Step Tap or Step Touch

Lunges in all directions

Chugs

Jumping Jacks

Grapevine, Grapevine Turns, Double Grapevine

Step hop

Slide (Chassé)

Pony

Two-Step, Polka

Mambo

Cha Cha Cha

V- Step

There are many locomotor movements that can be used in a Drums Alive^® program; the sky is the limit. For additional reference please see: Aerobics Instructor Manual. 1997. The American Council on Exercise. Richard T. Cotton.