Finger balancing [3]
Short description | Balancing an object on one finger | ||
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Group size | SOLO PAIRS SMALL GROUPS CLASS | ||
Materials | Elongated objects such as pens, sticks, feathers | ||
Duration | 5 minutes | Level | 3️⃣ |
Goal of this exercise is to improve
hand dexterity
concentration
Instructions
In this exercise, an object is placed on the tip of the index finger and balanced for as long as possible. The longer the object, the easier it is.
The objects can be pencils, sticks, feathers or much more (also tennis rackets or similar). Depending on the size and weight of the object, a new challenge arises.
Variations
Balance on other fingers
balance with the non-dominant hand
Walk around while balancing
Tips
Balancing works best if you don't tense up, breathe calmly and simply look at the upper end of the spring.
Background information for further reading
Acquisition of fine motor skills