ABSTRACT
The Athletic Skills Model (ASM) divides the coordination abilities (CA) into: adaptability; balance ability; the ability to synchronize movements or limbs (coupling ability); kinetic differentiating ability; spatial orientation ability; the ability to react; and rhythmic ability. The ability to adapt can be seen as the central element of all other ASM building blocks. The use of CA facilitates engagement with the diversity of coordination modes in relation to the basic movement skills (BMS) and the conditions of movement. The categorization of the CA can therefore be used for observation or movement diagnostics, in training methods, or when changing exercises in order to give progressive, specific and adapted training. The CA seem to have sensitive periods for development. These are important age-sensitive development phases for individuals, in this case the physical development of children and adolescents. By changing key constraints within the learning environment, a BMS can target a totally different coordinative 'ability' than in a previous setting.
