Rehearse a partner lift with assigned spotters

Practice the sequence you already learned for “Rehearse a partner lift with assigned spotters” until the order feels automatic. Drill dance-safety order from company / university-dance training. The lift is not taken to full height until the grip, spotters, and the down path are marked.

  1. Walk the grip at half-speed.
  2. Walk the base stance at half-speed.
  3. Assign spotters on the taught sides.
  4. Mark the down path.
  5. Set the crash mat if required.
  6. Take the lift to height only on a counted cue.
  7. Come down on the same count. Do not improvise a dismount.
  8. Stop the phrase if a grip slips. Do not ‘save it’ with a new hold.