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-Make sure that
the correct technique is taught in the very beginning when the routine is
taught. It is easier to do it right the first time than to go back and
"undo" bad technique.
-If a certain
leap or step is challenging, spend extra time on that move to insure that
all team members can execute properly. A routine will look sloppy if the
choreography is over their heads.
-Make sure that
extension and completion of movement is always emphasized. A lot will
depend on the tempo of the music during rehearsal. Slow it down when
polishing steps to insure completion of moves. Speed music to regular
tempo when they have mastered steps.
-The arms are the
"prop" of your body and will catch the audiences eye before
other body parts. Make sure that arm levels and hand placement are
correct.
-Eye contact with
the audience is important. If you are in a stadium or a ballroom, be aware
of the focus towards your audience.
-Watch for
flexion in the legs, especially on kicks. If they will point their toes
immediately when their foot leaves the ground, this will help.
-Sometimes
problems will arise from the body facing the wrong direction during a
step. Insure that the step is either to the front, the diagonal, the side
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