FLEX Splits Focus: Stretching and Flexibility for the Splits (Ages 10-14)
In this 4-week FLEX class students work on flexibility for splits. Perfect for gymnasts, dancers, figure skaters, cheerleaders, or anyone wanting to improve flexibility learning about safe and healthy ways to stretch!
Elizabeth Guilford
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(225)
What's included
Homework
As this is a FLEX course students will work on their stretches throughout the week on their own time. Each week's video stretching class will last about 30 minutes. Challenges, quizzes, and scavenger hunts will take an additional 30 minutes a week.Class Experience
In this 4-week FLEX class, we will work on improving overall flexibility and specifically flexibility in our splits. This class is perfect for anyone wanting to develop their split skills in a healthy and safe progression. I will be providing video instruction showing the proper stretching technique every week. This is a flexible schedule class with NO LIVE MEETINGS. I will be using weekly video instructions to walk students through a variety of stretches to help improve flexibility. Each student will be able to watch the video instructions on their own schedule. Students will be provided videos, instructions, and a homework assignment on MONDAY of the scheduled week. All homework will be due by FRIDAY if students would like constructive feedback from the teacher. Weekly Engagement - 1 video each week explaining that week's stretches - Weekly stretching challenge - Weekly feedback from the class and teacher through the classroom or private message - All videos and messages will be done through the Outschool classroom ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ CLASS OUTLINE We will be doing all three splits, left, right, and center, as well as a variety of other stretches to work on flexibility in our major muscle groups. Flexibility is something that develops over time with practice, but having dedicated stretching time can really boost stretching ability! Each weekly video will start with a 5-10 minute warm-up to make sure that our muscles are warm before stretching. We will discuss the importance of a warm-up and how to stretch safely without causing injury. Following the warm-up, we will spend 20-25 minutes stretching. We will go over stretching all parts of the body, but a large focus will be on our hamstrings for split flexibility. This is also a great time for us to chat and get to know each other during class! Week 1 - Hamstring focus Week 2 - Hipflexer focus Week 3 - More advanced stretching techniques Week 4 - Review and show off those splits this week! No experience is needed to take this class, I will walk you step by step through the stretches. All skill levels are encouraged. I will be showing skill-appropriate stretches for all levels to practice the splits safely. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ REFUND POLICY All Flexible Schedule classes have a standard refund policy: "Full refund until the class begins, or within 24 hours of purchase (until class starts), then a pro-rated refund based on the number of meetings." ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ I also offer private stretching parties! You can check them out here - https://outschool.com/classes/one-time-splits-and-stretching-private-party-TazQ4boo?usid=RYrqjPpP&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link
Learning Goals
Students will learn the proper stretches and techniques to improve their flexibility and work on their splits. Splits don't happen overnight, but students will learn the techniques to practice safely on their own after class time.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Stretching should be done in an open room with space to move around and stretch on the floor without running into any furniture. We will be discussing safe stretching in class, but students should be encouraged to go slowly and work on their splits little by little to prevent injury.
Supply List
You will want to have a space in your house on the floor where you have room to stretch without running into any furniture. Carpeting is fine, or if you have a hard floor I recommend laying down a yoga mat or something softer to stretch on. Please wear comfortable clothes that you can move around in to class. Leggings or sweatpants are a great choice!
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined December, 2020
5.0
225reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Xavier University
I was a competitive gymnast for over 10 years, and have coached gymnastics on and off for the last 8 years. It's something I love and am very passionate about! With the pandemic, I am not currently coaching in a gym, so I am so excited to get some stretching time with Learners on Outschool!Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly4 weeks
Completed by 15 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
