Handball: Bench Jumping

Hop on/over the benches and run or hop back.
Which team will be the fastest?

Variations:
- Hop on and off the bench with one leg, every time a different leg
Hop on and off the bench with one leg, each time with the same leg
Hop on anf off the bench with two legs
Hop over the bench with one leg, every time a different leg
Hop over the bench with one leg, each time the same leg
- Hop over the bench sidewards with both legs

Groups of players transport all kinds of objects (balls, boxes, shirts, bags etc) across the bridge to the other side.
Who will finishe first?

Two players hold the balloon with one hand each and together run to the other side.

variations:
- Move with sidesteps
- Holding the balloon between the two stomachs of the players
- Hold the balloons between the two heads of the players
- Holding the balloon between the two backs of the players

Players walk along the benches to improve balance and co-ordination, these are vital skills that will be very important when coming down from a jump shot.

Players can start to add variety to the drill through a number of different styles.

1. Without a ball.

2. Whilst holding a ball, make a full turn in the middle of each bench.

3. With a ball in one outstretched hand.

4. Whilst circling the ball around their waist.

5. Whilst circling the ball around their head.

6. Whilst taking big steps and moving the ball under the front leg after every step.

7. Whilst throwing the ball up and catching it again.