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== Introduction == | == Introduction == | ||
The Quadrant Jump Test is an [[agility]] test that measures an individual's ability to keep balance and control while jumping around a limited space at maximum speed. | The Quadrant Jump Test is an [[agility]] test that measures an individual's ability to keep balance and control while jumping around a limited space at maximum speed.<ref name=":0">Johnson, B.L.; Nelson, J.K. IN: Kirby, R. F. (1991). Kirby's guide to fitness and motor performance tests. BenOak Pub. Co. Cape Girardeau, MO. Page(s) 59-60.</ref> | ||
== Purpose == | |||
The Quadrant Jump Test is commonly used to test whole body agility of athletes from different sports. | |||
== Technique == | == Technique == | ||
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Instructions: | |||
# Stand with both feet together at the starting line | |||
# On the command 'go', jump into the first quadrant, then successively into quadrants 1, 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, and so on for 10 seconds. | |||
# Rest for 2 minutes | |||
# Repeat the trial | |||
Equipment required: stopwatch, tape measure, chalk or tape | |||
Advantages: Simple agility test to perform, requiring limited equipment and space. | |||
Disadvantages: Only one person can perform the test at a time.<ref name=":0" /> | |||
== Scoring == | == Scoring == | ||
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
The Quadrant Jump Test is an agility test that measures an individual's ability to keep balance and control while jumping around a limited space at maximum speed.[1]
Purpose[edit | edit source]
The Quadrant Jump Test is commonly used to test whole body agility of athletes from different sports.
Technique[edit | edit source]
Instructions:
- Stand with both feet together at the starting line
- On the command 'go', jump into the first quadrant, then successively into quadrants 1, 2, 3, 4, 1, 2, and so on for 10 seconds.
- Rest for 2 minutes
- Repeat the trial
Equipment required: stopwatch, tape measure, chalk or tape
Advantages: Simple agility test to perform, requiring limited equipment and space.
Disadvantages: Only one person can perform the test at a time.[1]
