Footwork drills · Step patterns · Beginner · ~3 min
Chasse step
The chasse (step–close–step) covers ground quickly while keeping you facing the right way and balanced. It is the most used linking step.
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Prescription4 × 20 s · rest 30 s
EquipmentNo equipment
ImpactModerate
FormatSolo
Starting position
Side-on or facing the direction of travel, knees bent.
Movement sequence
- Lead foot steps out.
- Trail foot closes toward (not past) the lead foot.
- Lead foot steps again. Keep rhythm: "step-close-step".
- Practise sideways, forward toward the net and backward toward the rear court.
Recovery
Chasse back toward base in the same pattern.
Technique cues
- Close, don't cross
- Stay at one height
Common mistakes
- Feet clicking together
- Bouncing up and down
- Crossing the feet
Easier
Walk it slowly saying the rhythm out loud.
Harder
Chasse into a lunge or a scissor kick.
Safety
- Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, chest pain or unusual breathlessness.