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Flexibility: Beginner

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Flexible Foundations – A Done-for-You System for Beginner Dancers

Teaching flexibility doesn’t have to be overwhelming. DTCE’s Flexibility: Beginner delivers an effective, affordable training system designed specifically for dance teachers working with young and beginner-level dancers. Whether you’re teaching Jazz, Ballet, Acro, Contemporary, or Dance Team, this no-prep course gives you the tools to build safe, clean flexibility from the ground up—without wasting time on trial and error.

Key Features of DTCE’s Flexibility: Beginner Course

19+ Beginner Flexibility Exercises to improve posture and mobility
2+ Structured Syllabus Guides aligned with tutorial content
30+ Minutes of Step-by-Step Training with teacher-focused guidance
Ideal for Young & Beginner Dancers Across All Styles

Full-Body Flexibility That’s Made for Dance Class

Split Stretch #1, Cobra Stretch, & Butterfly Stretch #1 – Build safe mobility and alignment in hips and spine
Pretzel, Bridge Stretch, & One-Handed Scorpion #1 – Improve back flexibility, joint stability, and upper-body control
Chest Arch, Pike Stretch, & Corner Shoulder Stretch – Enhance range of motion in the back, hamstrings, and shoulders
Needle Drill #1 & Spiderwoman – Strengthen supporting muscles for more advanced flexibility goals

and more step-by-step stretches that help dancers progress with confidence and proper form!

A Smart Flexibility System for Studio Success

DTCE’s beginner syllabus isn’t just a list of stretches—it’s a structured, teacher-led training tool that pairs with tutorial videos for effective, safe flexibility instruction. With guided corrections, technique tips, and level-appropriate progressions, teachers can confidently lead class while helping each student improve at their own pace.

Train with a Proven Dance Education Leader

This course is led by Kimberly Beck Thomson, founder of DTCE, certified dance curriculum specialist with over 35 years of experience, and former Artistic Director/Owner of Dance Unlimited Miami—recognized as one of the Top 50 Studios in the US. Kimberly’s industry-spanning expertise ensures that every flexibility exercise is not only safe and effective, but also purposefully connected to better technique across all styles. Her structured teaching method helps educators deliver results-based training that supports cleaner lines, stronger movement, and long-term dancer success.

Make flexibility training stress-free and effective—start DTCE’s Flexibility: Beginner today!

 

Syllabus

Flexibility: Beginner Syllabus Description

DTCE’s Beginner Flexibility Teacher Training: Build Safe Foundations with Confidence

Teaching beginner flexibility shouldn’t feel like guesswork. DTCE’s Flexibility: Beginner course gives dance teachers a ready-to-use system for helping students gain mobility, posture, and range—without overstretching or reinforcing bad habits. Whether you teach Jazz, Ballet, Acro, Contemporary, or Dance Team, this teacher training course takes the stress out of flexibility and gives you the tools to do it right from day one.

With a curated lineup of beginner-friendly skills—like Split Stretch, Pretzel, Cobra Stretch, One-Handed Scorpion, Pike, Butterfly, and Bridge Stretch—you’ll guide dancers through safe, progressive training that strengthens supporting muscles, builds joint control, and lays the groundwork for clean technique. Whether your students are brand new or just missing the structure, this is your go-to foundation for long-term flexibility success.

Key Features of Flexibility: Beginner

19+ Beginner Flexibility Exercises | 2+ Syllabus | 30+ Minutes of Tutorials
✔ Step-by-Step Teacher Tips & Progressions
✔ Designed for Young & Beginner Dancers Across All Styles

Why DTCE’s Matching Syllabus is Essential for Success

DTCE’s tutorial videos + matching syllabus are designed to work hand in hand, providing teachers with a clear, structured progression that eliminates guesswork. Unlike traditional written notes, this syllabus isn’t just a reference—it’s a step-by-step roadmap that ensures teachers know exactly when and how to introduce each movement. This keeps students on track while building skills in a logical, progressive order. With this done-for-you structure, educators can focus on hands-on corrections and technique refinement instead of lesson planning. A strong syllabus ensures structured training and prevents technique gaps. With this progression-based system, dancers develop skills in the correct order, never skipping essential steps or jumping ahead too soon. This approach eliminates common mistakes and reinforces proper technique at every level.

How Our Syllabus Works

Terminology-Based Reference – A structured list of skills and drills for each level
Matches Tutorial Videos – Watch the videos for breakdowns and demonstrations
Clear Skill Progressions – Guides teachers in the proper sequencing of movement development
Saves Time on Lesson Planning – No need to create content from scratch

Who Is It For?

Perfect for dance teachers, studio owners, private studios, school programs, and competitive teams, this done-for-you, comprehensive syllabus provides educators with a structured tool to guide students effectively while making lesson planning more efficient.

The DTCE Advantage

With 95+ teacher training courses, 4,000+ tutorial videos, and 900+ syllabus, Dance: The Cutting Edge (DTCE) is the ultimate resource for dance educators looking to simplify lesson planning and enhance student progress.

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Boost your students’ training with these DTCE programs:
Acro Series – 960+ skills & 11+ hrs. of tutorials focused on side/front aerials, back handsprings, partner work, spotting, and injury prevention
Ballet Series – 140+ exercises & 12+ hrs. of guided tutorials emphasizing alignment, placement, and proper execution with visual demos
Dance Team Series – 130+ skills & 32+ syllabus for pom, headsprings, pirouettes, transitions, leaps, and Top 25 Skills—short drills with repetition
Jazz Series – 400+ skills & 12+ hrs. of instruction covering barre, progressions, turns, jumps, and performance-focused movement
Progressions Series – 23+ skills & 1+ hrs. of jazz-based content that helps develop muscle memory and class structure
Turns, Jumps, & Leaps Series – 54+ skills & 2+ hrs. of tutorials showing multiple angles, ideal for improving coordination and technique

Give Your Beginner Dancers the Best Start with DTCE’s Flexibility: Beginner!

This isn’t just stretching—it’s a results-driven flexibility system designed to support clean movement, proper alignment, and safe progress in every style.

Make flexibility training simple, safe, and effective with DTCE’s structured approach!