Dance Physical Skills

PHYSICAL SKILLS

Strength

muscular power

Stamina

the ability to maintain physical and mental energy over periods of time

Flexibility

the range of movement in the joints (involving muscles, tendons and ligaments)

Alignment

correct placement of body parts in relation to each other

Extension

lengthening one or more muscles or limbs

Coordination

the efficient combination of body parts

control

the ability to start and stop movement, change direction and hold a shape efficiently

Balance

A steady or held position achieved by an even distribution of weight

mobility

The range of movement in a joint, the ability to move fluidly from action to action

Isolation

an independent movement of part of the body

Posture

the way the body is held