Flexibility

Our flexibility classes emphasize three major areas of the body: the shoulders, back and hips/legs. The aim is to help achieve the range of motion desirable for skill execution, whether that be in cheerleading, circus arts, gymnastics, dance or another performance based athletics.  During both active and passive stretching, an emphasis is placed on proper form and alignment of joints to prevent incorrect technique in other skills. Athletes are also guided on how to safely increase their range of motion and body control in various positions.  To enable the athletes to stretch to their full potential, we will use walls, props, partners, and incorporate various types of stretching: static, dynamic, and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF stretching).  Training flexibility regularly will speed up workout recovery and help prevent injuries.