Flexibility & Strength Training for dancers
From YouDance · 2021
27 min3rd4th5th6thDanceBrain Breaks
Summary
A 30-minute follow-along flexibility and strength session built for dancers. Kids stretch and build the core and leg strength that every dance style depends on -- a calm, do-it-together workout that also resets the room.
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All ages
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Discussion questions
Talk about it
- Which stretch felt the best? Which was the hardest?
- Why do dancers need to be both strong and flexible?
- How does your body feel after moving?
Quick work-a-long
Try it: Follow along for as long as you can, resting when you need to. Watch for: stretching gently -- never to the point of pain.