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Beginner dance class Day1 - warming up your shoulders #dance

Jeffery Hu · 0:38

In this practice

Key teachings

  • Importance of warming up joints for activity
  • Mindful movement for shoulder mobility
  • Connecting breath with gentle movement

Ideal for

  • Beginner dancers
  • Individuals seeking gentle shoulder warm-ups
  • Anyone with mild shoulder stiffness
  • Practitioners new to dance or mobility exercises

Lesson

Instructions

Beginner class in Sydney 1 video a day First starting with basic movements in the shoulders follow along

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Steps

  • Shoulder rolls (forward and backward)
  • Arm circles (small to large)
  • Gentle cross-body arm stretches
  • Scapular protraction and retraction

Benefits

  • Improved shoulder joint mobility and flexibility
  • Reduced stiffness in the upper back and shoulders
  • Prevention of injuries during physical activity
  • Enhanced body awareness and control
  • Preparation for more vigorous movement

Practice summary

Level
beginner
Duration
8 minutes
Equipment
None
Target areas
shouldersupper backneck
Energy
balancing

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