Definition: any movement that does not travel, but uses the available space in any direction or movement organized around the axis of the body (axial movement); bending, twisting, stretching, and swinging are examples of axial movement

Non-locomotor movement is “movement that moves around the axis of the body (the spine) rather than movement which takes the body through space.” Non-locomotor movement is anchored movement. It stays in one place. Basic non-locomotor movements include bend-straighten, twist-turn, swing-rock, push-pull, curl-stretch, and rise-fall.

Non- Locomotor Stretch - extend the limbs or muscles, or the entire body. Bend - movement that causes the formation of a curve. Twist - rotate body or body parts around a stationary base (twist upper body back and forth, keep feet still).