Flexibility in Focus

Why all our Dancers are working to achieve a full split and how you can too!

Developing flexibility is super important for dancers, especially when you're still growing and building your foundation. Flexibility helps you move with more ease, grace, and control, whether you're kicking high, leaping far, or flowing through a lyrical combo. It also lowers your risk of injury, which means you can dance stronger and longer. Plus, working on your flexibility boosts your overall body awareness, making it easier to learn new choreography and improve your technique. The best part? You don't need to be naturally bendy. Flexibility is something you can build over time with consistency and care.

Senior Tech Dance working to improve flexibilty through stretching.

Easy Tips for Learning the Splits

  1. Get Warm First
    Before you stretch, move around to warm up your body. Try dancing, jumping jacks, or jogging in place for a few minutes.

  2. Stretch Often
    Try to stretch most days of the week. Even a few minutes a day can help you get more flexible over time.

  3. Go Slow and Gentle
    Don’t bounce or push too hard. Hold each stretch for about 30 seconds and take deep breaths to help your body relax.

  4. Stretch the Right Muscles
    Focus on stretching your legs, especially the backs of your thighs, the front of your hips, and your inner thighs. Try lunges, toe touches, and butterfly stretches.

  5. Use Pillows or Blocks
    If the floor feels too far away, use pillows or books to rest your hands or legs on while you practice.

  6. Be Patient
    The splits take time, and everyone is different. Keep trying, and cheer yourself on for every little bit of progress.

  7. Stop if it Hurts
    It’s okay to feel a little stretch, but if something really hurts, stop right away. Always listen to your body.

Be clear, be confident and don’t overthink it. The beauty of your story is that it’s going to continue to evolve and your site can evolve with it. Your goal should be to make it feel right for right now. Later will take care of itself. It always does.

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