Alignment Today I will: Understand what alignment is Be able to describe it and use examples to explain it in an exam question

Definition We all have a characteristic alignment- the arrangement or 'stacking' of our bones on top of each other. Alignment involves more than this however, it forms the dynamic series of inter-relationships between the various parts and structures of our bodies. It is changing constantly. Your alignment reflects the way you 'use' your body , the way in which you integrate all of your parts together, how they interact and relate in movement. Can you come up with a sentence in order to define this more succinctly?

Why do we need good alignment? Please come up with 3 reasons as a group! Feeling of freedom easy movement Effortless carriage of the head and awareness of all parts of the body ‘Looks good’ whatever it is doing Control Safety Expression

Finding your Alignment In pairs follow the instructions on the sheet to find your alignment

What does alignment involve? Muscles Which ones are the main controllers of alignment? What happens if they are not working properly? The importance of the plié