Agility and co-ordination are two of the many attributes required to become a successful player. Compound movements such as dribbling, turning, passing and intercepting often necessitate great accelerative and declarative forces, caused by changes in speed and direction. Also correctly executed skills require good body co-ordination, and an awareness of space and time.

Agility refers to the ability to change the direction of the body abruptly or to shift quickly the direction of movement without losing balance. It is dependant on a combination of factors such as speed, strength, balance and co-ordination. The ability to turn quickly, evade challenges and side-step calls for good motor co-ordination and can be measured using agility tests.

What you will learn in Module 8

Mobility Introduction
Agility and co-ordination are two of the many attributes required to become a successful player. Compound movements such as dribbling, turning, passing and intercepting often necessitate great accelerative and declarative forces, caused by changes in speed and direction. Also correctly executed skills require good body co-ordination, and an awareness of space and time.

Mobility Test and Drills
See some great practice drills for developing and measuring the Mobility, Coordination and Agility of your players. Each exercise is described in detail with 3-D illustrations.

Illinois Agility Run Test
Compound Agility Drill
Over and Under
Zig Zag Slalom
Figure Runs

Mirror Image
Exercises demonstrated in this section are designed to develop technique, flexibility and mobility. However a key aim in all this work is to challenge the creativity of the players. Using variations of the exercises designed to enhance athleticism. The group work in pairs. The object is for the lead player to devise innovative exercises for their partner to mirror. Roles are changed frequently.Each exercise is described in detail with photographs
and demonstrated in video.

Six Soccer Agility Drills
Use these sample soccer agility drills to improve your balance, body control, foot speed and co-ordination.
Soccer Agility Drills
Weave in - Weave Out
Follow the Leader
Box Drill
Mini Shuttle
Super Shuttle
Slalom