Welcome to Move and Groove 8 guided by Jenna Roberts. Today we will be focusing on activating the entire body, using the Fusion ball, resistance band and Proball to strengthen the core and prepare the body for dancing. This class includes a variety of upbeat exercises designed to help dancers improve their stamina while enhancing their technique.

A key exercise in this class is Upper Body Fusion Boost. Here, dancers will use the resistance band to extend and flex the spine, moving though a side plank to activate their obliques. The exercise, as suggested by the name, targets the entire upper body, heping enhance dancers’ awareness of their back and core muscles for port de bras.

We will also be working on controlled landings during the exercise, Inverted Pike with Power Jump. This is a highly beneficial exercise for dancers struggling to control or find the correct alignment when pushing off and landing from jumps. By providing live feedback, the Proball helps dancers find the stability and control needed to ensure healthy alignment. Dancers will engage their inner thighs, hamstrings and glutes, while stabilising through their core and pelvis to maintain turnout and control when jumping.

Tips

Even though the exercises are fast and dynamic – encourage form and alignment over speed.

Hamstring and glute activation is crucial for effective jumping – remind dancers to use the backs of their legs to push off and control the landing.

Promote tracking of the knees over the toes to support healthy alignment.