Practicing this upward block enhances coordination, strength, and spatial awareness by guiding the arm in a smooth, controlled motion from across the body to an overhead position. This movement pattern helps develop cross-body coordination, improving bilateral integration and reinforcing brain-body connection. The upward lift strengthens shoulder stability and increases range of motion, supporting body awareness, arm control, and confidence in movements that involve overhead reach and protection.

Practicing this downward block promotes cross-body coordination and body awareness by guiding the arm in a focused, grounding motion from the opposite ear toward the same-side knee. This movement pattern strengthens core stability as students learn to connect upper and lower body actions, reinforcing balance and enhancing motor control. The controlled, downward sweep builds shoulder strength, encourages wrist stability, and fosters confidence in protective movements that support a sense of groundedness and spatial orientation.

This sequence of upward and downward blocks enhances coordination, stability, and body awareness by integrating arm movements that cover both overhead and downward motion. Together, these blocks improve overall arm control, spatial awareness, and balance, fostering body awareness and confidence in movement.