Stretching for dance acrobatics: New methods in focus

Unlike fleeting social media hypes in the fitness world, forms of movement in dance acrobatics develop much more slowly and sustainably. While a new workout trend goes viral online overnight, establishing new stretching methods in the dance studio often takes years. This is primarily due to the complex biomechanical requirements in Acro Dance in Contemporary and other acrobatic styles. A new stretching approach must first prove itself in the training practice of dance instructors before it finds its way into regular classes. Furthermore, implementation in the studio requires direct, physical guidance, as incorrect execution with extreme ranges of motion can quickly lead to injuries. Scientific findings from sports medicine therefore trickle in gradually through advanced training and workshops, which contributes to the high quality and safety of the new routines at udansa.