1 Getting to Know Your Arms

COURSE: awesome-arms

FOCUS: This lesson introduces the concept of arms originating from the center of the body between the shoulder blades, aiming to improve movement initiation and arm shape in dance.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Squeeze your shoulder blades together to identify the center point where arms should start.
• Imagine an energy ball in the center of your body that flows through the arms and out through the fingers.
• Practice moving arms from the shoulder first, then shift to initiating from the center to feel the difference.
• Think of energy flowing through the joints to create softer, curved arm shapes rather than trapped angles.

REMEMBER:

• Arms start from the center of the body, not the shoulders, for better energy flow and connection.
• Energy should flow from the center through the shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers into the universe.
• This approach helps prevent awkward arm shapes and enhances overall dancing with full-body movement.
• Focus on energy pathways to improve arm lines and avoid stiff or angular movements unless stylistically chosen.