11 Dancing with core activation

COURSE: struttin-vol-i-introduction

FOCUS: This lesson focuses on dancing with core activation while leaning against a wall, aiming to practice engaging the center and relaxing the hips for strutton movements.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Push armpits down and toward the wall to create space for the face.
• Engage the belly and support the back while breathing.
• Release the hips during the strutton jog to combine center engagement with hip relaxation.
• Try variations like cross feet, toe taps, shuffle steps, or triples as comfort increases.
• Move feet further from the wall to challenge balance and core support.
• Improvise with learned movements while maintaining the lean.

REMEMBER:

• Core activation is essential for both followers and leaders to provide solid support.
• Practice helps followers master the lean-to technique and leaders develop stability.
• Avoid collapsing on the wall by re-finding core and armpit muscles.
• Keep hips relaxed and continue breathing throughout the movements.
• This exercise prepares for dancing with a partner in future lessons.
• Improvise and practice as needed to build confidence and skill.