Developmental Trajectory of Galloping Skill in Children: A Comparative Age-Based Analysis

Tommy Rizki Prasetyo; Sugiana Sugiana; Ahmad Muchlisin  Natas Pasaribu; Rolly Afrinaldi

doi:10.31599/nywe5k40

Authors

Tommy Rizki Prasetyo Universitas Wahid Hasyim https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2139-7647
Sugiana Sugiana Universitas Negeri Semarang https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2228-3457
Ahmad Muchlisin Natas Pasaribu Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya
Rolly Afrinaldi Universitas Singaperbangsa Karawang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31599/nywe5k40

Keywords:

Galloping Skills, Fundamental Motor Skill, Developmental Trajectory, Early Childhood, Physical Activity

Abstract

The development of basic motor skills is an important foundation in supporting physical activity and motor development in early childhood, with one of the locomotor skills being galloping. This study was specifically examined, particularly in observing developmental patterns based on age. The aim was to analyze the developmental trajectory of galloping skills in children aged 5–7 years through an age-based comparative approach. The method used was a quantitative systematic review with reference to the PRISMA guidelines. Data were obtained from reputable scientific articles indexed in Scopus, ScienceDirect, Web of Science, and Google Scholar spanning the years 2011–2026. Of the total 220 articles identified, 12 articles met the inclusion criteria and were further analyzed. Data analysis techniques included descriptive analysis, data standardization, and comparative analysis based on age groups. The results showed that galloping ability increased linearly from 5 to 7 years of age, with mean scores of 8.6, 10.3, and 11.9, respectively. These findings indicate progressive development and an acceleration phase at 5–6 years of age. The novelty of this research lies in the use of a quantitative synthesis approach to identify age-specific trajectories of galloping skill development, a topic rarely studied in depth. The results contribute to the development of assessments and interventions for physical education learning based on early childhood motor development.

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