What's included
2 live meetings
1 in-class hours per weekMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Daily stretching outside of class is recommended.Class Experience
It can be frustrating as a dancer or an athlete not to be able to do things that may seem simple such as touching our toes. If you're an athlete and your legs sometimes feel like lead or a dancer who can't do the splits you're not alone. Your muscles just need a little extra help that they aren't getting from your regular warm-up routine or a regular Yoga class. Each class start with a welcome and share, plus students can tell the instructor about any sore muscles or injuries. This class is ideal for: - Runners, Basketball Players, Soccer Players, and athletes who sprint a lot. - Dancers who can't do the splits. - Students who feel like they struggle to touch their toes. - Students who feel like they have limited range of motion in their backs or hips. This class involves physical movement (all abilities are welcome). It is recommended to have water nearby. Students should refrain from eating during class. This class combines core strengthening, stretching, foam rolling, and self-myofascial release techniques to improve mobility, reduce pain, and increase flexibility. All exercises can be modified based on students physical ability. Frequently Asked Questions: My kid has their front splits, is this class a good fit? If your kiddo is willing to take feedback on their form (is their front split open or square, do they have their over split, pancake, or middle split), then this class is helpful. My kid is a gymnast/ dancer/ figure skater/ swimmer/ tennis player/ soccer player... is this a good fit? Most exercises and techniques in this class benefit all participants. There are few exercises that gymnast need, but tennis players don't need. The teacher will call out when students should do different moves. What if we can't attend both days? Families have a few options: - Ask to be transferred to a different day/ time (example 9am Tuesday and 7:30pm Friday) - Pause the subscription - Ask for the recording (recordings are automatically available online if other students are enrolled in that class time and show up, if no one shows up, a recording is not made) We got stuck in traffic and there's no recording, help!? Families have a few options: - Rae can transfer the student to a different time for a make-up lesson - Rae can send the student an instructional video What if we're away for a week? Families have a few options: - Pause the subscription (your spot will not be held, but you are ahead of anyone on the waitlist) -Stop the subscription ( you can re-enroll at any time)
Learning Goals
Improve flexibility
Improve body awareness
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Physical Advisory:
This class involves physical movement.
Shoes are not required for class and are optional.
If your child is dancing on a wooden floor shoes or bare feet may be ideal as children may slip when wearing just socks.
If your child is dancing on a carpet, socks may be ideal as sliding will be easier.
Ideally the dance space will be at least feet 3-4 feet wide and free of obstruction. Participants have been known to dance in living rooms, bedrooms, and any other space that allows arms to be extended out to the side.
By registering for this class it is understood that each family has considered the space the child is moving in and it's appropriateness for a movement based activity.
***Camera must be on during class and students must dance on camera. The teacher must be able to see if students are moving safely. Students who refuse to keep their camera on, stay on camera while dancing, keep camera pointed at the ceiling, or keep lights off while dancing will receive 2 warning. No refund will be given for lack of participation or inability to follow safety guidelines.***
By registering for this class it is understood that the instructor is not responsible for injuries that may result from participation including injuries that may result from children not following directions. Injuries may include, bumps or bruises (example: a kid spins and falls down), fractures/ sprains/ broken limbs (example: a kid chooses not to follow instruction and tries to do a back flip).
By registering for this class it is understood that each family has considered the physical health of their child and has taken into consideration any restrictions on movement that a family physician has advised. While most movement is not vigorous enough to upset an individuals asthma, we respect that each individual has different physical abilities. Children are encouraged to stop any movement that causes physical or emotional pain.
If you are unsure whether your child will be able to fully participate physically you are welcome to email the instructor prior to registration. The instructor is not a physician and cannot give medical advice.
Supply List
If you do not have all of the supplies listed below, there are alternative items that can be used. Yoga mat (optional, a mat is ideal for a hard surface but not necessary if you have carpet) Foam roller (optional, please bring a tennis ball if you don't have a foam roller) Tennis ball (optional, if you have a foam roller as well then bring both) Yoga blocks 2-4 (optional) Yoga Strap/ Theraband/ Towel
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Ms. Rae is a dancer and choreography who has choreographed live events and music videos in New York City. She grew up dancing not in a studio but by watching the dance moves the kids in the neighborhood did. Her love of hip hop dance has lead to her teaching in New York City since 2012 and has taught hip hop dance to from toddlers to adults. She has studied over 40 movement styles and has taken classes at Broadway Dance Center, Steps, and Peridance in New York City.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$16
weekly ($8 per class)2x per week
30 min
Completed by 76 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-6 learners per class