Quadrant Jump Test

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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]

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Instructions:

  1. Stand with both feet together at the starting line
  2. 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.
  3. Rest for 2 minutes
  4. 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]

Scoring[edit | edit source]

Reliability and validity of the Quadrant Jump Test[edit | edit source]

  1. 1.0 1.1 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.