The Shark skill test is designed to measure lower body agility and muscle control. It is a progression from single-leg squat assessments and may not be suitable for all individuals. This test requires a grid on the floor which is made up of 9 boxes. You will hop from box to box following a variety of patterns.
To perform the Shark skill test you’ll need a friend or a way to record yourself.
- Begin by standing on one leg in the center of the grid with hands placed on your hips.
- Hop to each box within the designated pattern returning to the center box.
- Patterns can be entirely made up but be sure to remain consistent for measurement.
- Perform each pattern twice on each foot recording your time and being mindful of any mistakes.
- Add 1 second for each time you:
- Touch the ground with the other foot
- Remove your hands from your hips
- Hop into the wrong square
- Don’t return to the center square
- Add 1 second for each time you:
- Record your progress.