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Tree Touch Dash • Zag

  • Writer: Trail Built Kids
    Trail Built Kids
  • Mar 18
  • 1 min read

Updated: Apr 16

A simple activity to build strength, coordination, and movement skills


For kids—and grown-ups too


Good for


Speed • Agility

Focus • Direction Change


Try it After sitting • Transition time • Before recess • Ages 3+


Pairs with Bridge Shape • Zig Cue


The Spark


Find 2–4 trees or objects spaced apart.


Try It


Run to one tree and touch it

Change direction to another

Keep moving and switching

targets


Then Keep Exploring


Keep the Zag going.


Add more trees.

Call out targets.

Change speed levels.


Movement wakes the senses.


ZigZag Creature Tip


Driftkin likes this Zag

Moves with the wind

Adapts as it goes


Try this next → Lunge Shape

Zig Cue • Stretch & Strength


See you on the trail → 🐾


ZigZag all over the world 🌍  

where the wild things go


Step onto the ZigZag Trail — Trail Pass


This practice is for educational purposes. 

Please listen to your body and modify 

as needed. Younger children should use 

guidance and supervision.


 
 

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