The Power of Posture: How Alignment Transforms Your Dancing

Janet Bosson

Aug 31

1 min read

Posture at improver level is about alignment, not just standing tall.

Think:

Head balanced over spine
Shoulders relaxed, not lifted
Weight slightly forward over the balls of the feet

Poor posture creates:

Weak connection
Poor balance
Limited movement

Good posture makes everything feel lighter and more controlled.

Practice tip:

Check your posture before every dance—not just at the start of class.

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