This is a great exercise for students to build strength in the upper body and for activating the core. It is important to have a strong upper body, which will help with port de bras and pas de deux work.

Starting position: Have the students start in a kneeling position, placing the fusion ball under one hand with the hands slightly rotated inward.

Steps:

1. The students will perform 7 push-ups by bending the elbows and lowering the chest.
2. They will then extend the leg on the same side as the hand on the ball and tuck the toes.
3. Have the students lift the opposite knee off the mat, then lower the shin back down. Repeat 8 times.
4. Repeat the full sequence on the opposite side.
5. They will finish in a child's pose.