The "Floor-Up" Cleaning Checklist: Stop Cleaning From the Top Down, Start From the Floor Up.
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Cleaning from the ground up ensures every score starts at the base.
We often dedicate our rehearsal time to perfecting what happens above the waist, but the true strength of a routine lies in the foundation. When the footwork, stance, and hip alignment are inconsistent, the entire group loses that "locked-in" look that catches a judge’s eye.
I have created this "Floor-Up" Cleaning Checklist to help you move past the "noisy" adjustments and create a routine that is grounded, stable, and precise. Whether you are fine-tuning your transitions or checking the depth of a wide second, this guide provides a clear path to uniform execution.
What you will focus on:
The Stride & Strike: Bringing quiet, uniform travel to your movement.
The Base of Support: Achieving consistent depth and stability in every stance.
Hip & Pelvic Alignment: Creating directional clarity that keeps your group moving as one.
Formation Integrity: Mastering step sizes and spacing to ensure every dancer is seen.
Ready to build a solid foundation? Download your copy below and bring a new level of focus to your next practice.
