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Level: Intermediate
Description
A climbing technique where the dancer turns sideways to the pole, using a combination of oblique strength and leg pinch to ascend.
Muscles Used
Typical Use
- Obliques
- Hip flexors
- Shoulders
- Inner thighs
Common Mistakes
- Flow climbs
- Linking aerial moves
- Entry to side-body tricks
Safety Notes
- Not engaging obliques
- Knees too low
- Dropping the top shoulder
Keep upper body stable before stepping.
Variations
- High side climb
- Side climb to oblique hold
- Side climb to aerial seat