Tip 1. Build Strong Legs and Hips

Before you can master elegant legwork, you need a strong foundation. Conditioning exercises that target your legs and hips should be a staple in your warm-ups. These exercises build the muscle strength and joint stability that keep you grounded and controlled during your movements. Think of them as the building blocks that make those dramatic extensions and effortless transitions possible.

Take 5–10 minutes at the start of your practice to focus on hip mobility, single leg movements & active flexibility. Not only will you notice improved control, but you’ll also maintain mobility and prevent injuries as you train. Incorporate these into your routine and watch your legwork transform.

(Pro tip: Our “Liquid Legs” online course includes conditioning exercises you can seamlessly integrate into your warm-ups!)

Tip 2. Master the Fundamentals of Legwork

Beautiful legwork begins with the basics. Movements like leg waves and leg rotations are fundamental to the mesmerizing flow you see in the performances of your favorite heels dancers. These moves aren’t just about waving your legs around—they’re about using your hips and spine to create smooth, slinky pathways that make your movements captivating.

Start by focusing on control. Practice slow leg waves, paying attention to using your whole body in the movement. Think of it like painting with your legs—soft, clean strokes that flow naturally. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll find these techniques pop up everywhere in your choreography. And the best part? They’ll feel as effortless as they look.

In the Liquid Legs online course, you’ll be guided to master the fundamentals of legwork with your instructor Indi, who travels the world teaching dancers how to master legwork, lines & extensions. The Liquid Legs course breaks down these legwork fundamentals step by step, to help you progress to more advanced legwork movements.

Tip 3. Know Your Lines

Here’s a little secret about those stunning lines you see in legwork—you don’t need the splits to achieve them. Creating beautiful lines is all about understanding and using angles to your advantage. With the right positioning, you can create the illusion of dramatic splits that look elegant and seamless. Even a slight shift in perspective or angle can make all the difference when creating that polished, professional look in heels pole dancing.

If you’re curious about how to refine your lines, the “Liquid Legs” course will help you master illusion splits in a variety of positions around the pole —no full splits required!

Tip 4. Add Showstopping Moves to Your Dance

Once you’ve built strength, refined your basics, and developed an understanding of your lines, it’s time to bring the wow factor. Jaw-dropping moves like airwalks, floats, and fan kicks are all about drama and impact. These floaty movements elevate your performance & will have people wondering how you make it look so effortless.

While they may look intimidating at first, these techniques are attainable with proper guidance. Break down each move, focus on clean execution, and gradually progress to more advanced variations. In the Liquid Legs online legwork course, Indi will teach you these movements, in a step-by-step way, to meet you where you are, and help you progress to more advanced variations of these movements. With the online course structure, you can learn at your own pace, and go back & review as many times as you like. With time, you’ll make legwork moves your own, developing your style & elevating your artistry in heels.