LEAP VR

Research demo · ISMAR 2026

Long-jump imagery in virtual reality

LEAP-VR is a configurable research prototype for Meta Quest. Athletes prepare for a long jump, observe a reference movement, and mentally rehearse it from the athlete’s viewpoint without physical running or jumping.

A PETTLEP-grounded virtual reality application for imagery training management in athletics

Explore the prototype
LEAP VR logo, ISMAR edition

Prototype views

Observe. Then take the athlete’s viewpoint.

The stadium and long-jump task stay consistent as the viewpoint changes.

Stadium view from behind the LEAP-VR athlete avatar
Third-person observationWatch the reference long-jump movement from outside the athlete’s body.
First-person stadium view with the athlete avatar's hands and legs visible
First-person rehearsalObserve the sequence from within the avatar and mentally rehearse it.

Video

LEAP-VR video demonstration

A short presentation of the prototype and the long-jump imagery experience.

Session flow

Eight stages, from setup to session log

The sequence connects preparation, observation, imagery, and session logging.

Diagram of the eight LEAP-VR session stages
LEAP-VR session flow.

LEAP VR family

Distinct identities for the project’s experiences

Separate visual identities distinguish the conference demo, guided breathing, and activation.

LEAP VR ISMAR logo in violet and magenta

ISMAR

Long-jump observation and imagery demo.

LEAP VR BREATH logo in turquoise and green

BREATH

Guided breathing for preparation and attention.

LEAP VR ACTIV logo in orange

ACTIV

A short activation exercise before motor imagery.

Research focus

A controlled setting for motor imagery research

LEAP-VR applies the PETTLEP framework to a long-jump scenario. Researchers can vary perspective and preparation conditions while keeping the task setting consistent.

Evaluation is planned to examine feasibility, presence, embodiment, and usability. The prototype does not yet establish an improvement in athletic performance.